Patient Account Representative I

Lensa; United States; Remote; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading health care company is seeking a Patient Account Representative. This entry-level position involves processing patient accounts, managing insurance payments, and addressing denied claims. The successful candidate will join a team dedicated to exceptional patient care and community service, with a competitive hourly pay and full-time hours.

Benefits

Paid Parental Leave

Flexible Payment Options

Upfront Tuition Coverage

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• No experience required for this entry-level position.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for processing patient accounts including insurance payments.
• Follow up on denied claims and resolve credit balances.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

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Worker Type

Regular

Job Highlights

Great Opportunity!!!

Schedule: Full Time. Monday-Friday, 7:00 AM to 8:30 AM start time, last shift ends at 5:00 PM

Starting Pay: $18 (Offers are based on years of experience and equity for this role.)

Location: Remote

At SSM Health, we believe in providing our employees with a fulfilling career. We strive to create an environment where individuals can grow both personally and professionally. Our company values diversity, innovation, and collaboration, and we are committed to making a positive impact on the communities we serve.

Joining SSM Health means becoming part of a team that is dedicated to providing exceptional patient care and making a difference in people's lives. Our employees are passionate about what they do, and their commitment to our mission is what sets us apart.

Remote work: This position may be eligible for remote work in accordance with SSM policies. Note that remote work is not permissible in some states; Human Resources should be consulted for additional information and guidance.

Job Summary

Responsible for processing patient accounts. Duties may include one or more of the following: processing insurance payments, following up on denied claims, and resolving credit balances. Typically works in no more than two functional areas.

Primary Responsibilities

Job Responsibilities and Requirements:

• Processes the insurance component of a patient's obligation using the third party claims processing and payment rules. Bills claims appropriately.
• Follows up on denied claims by performing appeals and denial recovery procedures. Works denied claim lines and no response claims to resolve outstanding accounts.
• Analyzes credit balances on patient accounts and resolves. Responds to refund request letters from insurance carriers.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
  
  

EDUCATION

• High school diploma or equivalent
  
  

Experience

• No experience required
  
  

Physical Requirements

• Frequent lifting/carrying and pushing/pulling objects weighing 0-25 lbs.
• Frequent sitting, standing, walking, reaching and repetitive foot/leg and hand/arm movements.
• Frequent use of vision and depth perception for distances near (20 inches or less) and far (20 feet or more) and to identify and distinguish colors.
• Frequent use of hearing and speech to share information through oral communication. Ability to hear alarms, malfunctioning machinery, etc.
• Frequent keyboard use/data entry.
• Occasional bending, stooping, kneeling, squatting, twisting and gripping.
• Occasional lifting/carrying and pushing/pulling objects weighing 25-50 lbs.
• Rare climbing.
  
  

Department

8701000033 RCO Liaisons/Analysts

Work Shift

Day Shift (United States of America)

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Benefits

SSM Health values our exceptional employees by offering a comprehensive benefits package to fit their needs.

• Paid Parental Leave : we offer eligible team members one week of paid parental leave for newborns or newly adopted children (pro-rated based on FTE).
• Flexible Payment Options: our voluntary benefit offered through DailyPay offers eligible hourly team members instant access to their earned, unpaid base pay (fees may apply) before payday.
• Upfront Tuition Coverage : we provide upfront tuition coverage through FlexPath Funded for eligible team members.
  
  

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SSM Health is an equal opportunity employer. SSM Health does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, veteran status , or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Click here to learn more. (https://www.ssmhealth.com/privacy-notices-terms-of-use/non-discrimination?_ga=2.205881493.704955970.1667719643-240470506.1667719643)

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Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Health Care Provider

• Industries

  IT Services and IT Consulting

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