PATIENT ACCOUNTS COORDINATOR

uab; Town of Florida (NY); On-site; USD 31,000 - 51,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB) is hiring a Patient Accounts Coordinator for the School of Dentistry to manage third-party billing activities, including claim submission, follow-up, and payer resolution. The role collaborates with clinical teams to resolve denials and ensure timely reimbursement while maintaining accuracy and patient service.

Hourly rate ranges from $15.00 to $24.40, with education requirements flexible for work experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field; work experience may substitute for education requirement.
• Experience with insurance claim submission, follow-up, and denial resolution for third-party payers.
• Knowledge of CPT/CDT, ICD-10 codes, and billing compliance requirements.

Responsibilities

• Manage third-party billing activities, including claim submission and follow-up.
• Resolve denials and address billing issues with payers and clinical teams.
• Ensure timely reimbursement with accuracy, compliance, and strong patient service.

Skills

Insurance claim submission, follow-up,

Billing systems/EHRs

CPT/CDT, ICD-10 codes

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field

Job description

The University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB) seeks a PATIENT ACCOUNTS COORDINATOR for the School of Dentistry. This role supports the School of Dentistry Business Office by managing third-party billing activities, including claim submission, follow-up, and resolution with insurance payers. The Patient Accounts Coordinator works closely with clinical teams and payers to resolve denials, address billing issues, and ensure timely reimbursement while maintaining accuracy, compliance, and strong customer service for patients.

(Hourly Rate: $15.00 - $24.40)

Bachelor's degree in a related field. Work experience may substitute for education requirement.

Hard Skills: Insurance claim submission, follow-up, and denial resolution for third-party payers Proficiency with billing systems/EHRs and payer portals (e.g., claims, EOBs, adjustments) Knowledge of CPT/CDT, ICD-10 codes, and billing compliance requirements.

Soft Skills: Strong attention to detail and accuracy Effective communication with patients, payers, and clinical staff Time management and ability to prioritize a high-volume workload.

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