Patient Account Rep - SM1

Martha's Vineyard Hospital; Oak Bluffs (MA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Martha's Vineyard Hospital is seeking a Patient Accounts Representative responsible for filing and following up on third-party claims. The role requires a high school diploma, with preferences for post-secondary education and experience in medical billing. The candidate must be proficient with PC systems and have knowledge of billing procedures.

Qualifications

• 2-3 years of billing experience in healthcare.
• Proficient with billing procedures and PC systems.
• Experience with claims processing preferred.

Responsibilities

• Timely and accurate filing of third-party claims.
• Follow-up on claims to ensure processing.

Skills

Billing Procedures

Proficiency with PC/Computer Systems

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Associate's Degree in a Related Field

Medical Billing and Coding Certification

Job description

As the Patient Accounts Representative, your primary responsibility, under the supervision of the Patient Accounts Director, is the timely and accurate filing and follow-up of third-party claims.

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent required. An Associate's Degree in a Related Field of Study is preferred. Medical Billing and Coding certification/diploma is also preferred.

Experience

2-3 years of previous billing experience in the healthcare industry, including hospital or medical billing, claims processing, or similar roles. Proficiency with PC/computer systems and knowledge of billing procedures are required.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Physical Requirements

• Standing Occasionally (3-33%)
• Walking Occasionally (3-33%)
• Sitting Constantly (67-100%)
• Lifting Occasionally (3-33%) 20lbs - 35lbs
• Carrying Occasionally (3-33%) 20lbs - 35lbs
• Pushing Rarely (Less than 2%)
• Pulling Rarely (Less than 2%)
• Climbing Rarely (Less than 2%)
• Balancing Occasionally (3-33%)
• Stooping Occasionally (3-33%)
• Kneeling Rarely (Less than 2%)
• Crouching Rarely (Less than 2%)
• Crawling Rarely (Less than 2%)
• Reaching Occasionally (3-33%)
• Gross Manipulation (Handling) Constantly (67-100%)
• Fine Manipulation (Fingering) Frequently (34-66%)
• Feeling Constantly (67-100%)
• Foot Use Rarely (Less than 2%)
• Vision - Far Constantly (67-100%)
• Vision - Near Constantly (67-100%)
• Talking Constantly (67-100%)
• Hearing Constantly (67-100%)

Martha's Vineyard Hospital, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, or other protected statuses. Reasonable accommodations will be provided for individuals with disabilities during the application and interview process, as well as in performing essential job functions.