Patient Account Representative

Prime Healthcare; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Prime Healthcare in Los Angeles is seeking a billing specialist to ensure accuracy of patient and billing information. You will review charts, distribute billing tasks, and follow up on authorizations and referrals, while maintaining knowledge of contracts and workers compensation schedules.

The role requires strong communication, multitasking, and analytical skills, with experience in medical billing and customer service. This position is full-time with day shifts in the hospital setting.

Qualifications

• High School Graduate or GED equivalent required.
• Knowledge of multiple insurance billing requirements.
• 1-2 years of Business office experience preferred.
• Knowledge of medical terminology.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to multi-task, prioritize needs to meet required timelines.
• Analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Customer Services experience required

Responsibilities

• Reviews all patient charts for accuracy of patient and billing information.
• Distribution of all billing to appropriate personnel.
• Reviews and performs follow-up on all authorizations, specialty referrals, and Dr.'s dictated notes.
• Communicates clearly and efficiently by telephone.
• Maintains a current knowledge of contracts and state Workers Compensation fee schedules.
• Operates a computer to input and retrieve data.

Skills

Billing knowledge

Customer service

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Multi-tasking

Education

High School Graduate or GED

Job description

Overview

At Sherman Oaks Hospital, our dedicated team of professionals are committed to our core values of quality, compassion, and community. As a member of the Prime Healthcare Foundation, Sherman Oaks Hospital is actively seeking new members to join its award-winning team!Sherman Oaks Hospital is a 153-bed, not-for-profit, acute-care community hospital located in Sherman Oaks, California. Staffed with over 500 employees and an extraordinary team of physicians, the hospital is recognized for advanced technology and compassionate care and provides 24/7 emergency care in addition to a full range of specialized medical, surgical, and diagnostic services to improve and save lives. Sherman Oaks Hospital has been nationally recognized multiple times as a "100 Top Hospital" by Fortune/Merative, holds an "A" grade in patient safety from The Leapfrog Group, Patient Safety Excellence recognition from Healthgrades, and more. For more information, visit www.shermanoakshospital.org.

Responsibilities

Reviews all patient charts for accuracy of patient and billing information. Distribution of all billing to appropriate personnel. Reviews and performs follow-up on all authorizations, specialty referrals, and Dr.'s dictated notes. Communicates clearly and efficiently by telephone. Maintains a current knowledge of contracts and state Workers Compensation fee schedules. Operates a computer to input and retrieve data.

Qualifications

Education and Work Experience

• High School Graduate or GED Equivalent Required (effective 4/1/14 for all new hires).
• Knowledge of multiple insurance billing requirements.
• 1-2 years of Business office experience preferred.
• Knowledge of medical terminology.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to multi-task, prioritize needs to meet required timelines.
• Analytical and problem-solving skillS.
• Customer Services experience required

Pay Transparency

Sherman Oaks Hospital offers competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package that provides employees the flexibility to tailor benefits according to their individual needs. Our Total Rewards package includes, but is not limited to, paid time off, a 401K retirement plan, medical, dental, and vision coverage, tuition reimbursement, and many more voluntary benefit options. A reasonable compensation estimate for this role, which includes estimated wages, benefits, and other forms of compensation, is $23.00 to $26.22. The exact starting compensation to be offered will be determined at the time of selecting an applicant for hire, in which a wide range of factors will be considered, including but not limited to, skillset, years of applicable experience, education, credentials and licensure.

Employment Status

Full Time

Shift

Days

Equal Employment Opportunity

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