Patient Billing & Collections Specialist

UHS; Torrance (CA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Del Amo Behavioral Health System, a subsidiary of UHS, seeks a Patient Accounts Representative- Collector to manage electronic and manual billings and follow up with payers and patients on outstanding balances. Prepare daily cash receipts and maintain insurance logs, and submit billings to primary and secondary payers.

The role requires 2 years of hospital insurance collections, strong communication skills, and the ability to work independently in a fast-paced healthcare setting.

Qualifications

• Education: High School Graduate or Equivalent required.
• Experience: Two years insurance collections in a hospital setting required.
• Experience with insurance billings.

Responsibilities

• Ensures the effective implementation of collection measures for uncollected accounts.
• Provide required follow-up on all patient accounts ensuring that all accounts are resolved within 120 days after discharge.
• Processes patients refunds accurately and documents refund adjustments.

Skills

Telephone techniques

Insurance terms

Medical terminology

Independent work

Reading skills

Verbal communication

California Driver's License

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Del Amo Behavioral Health System, a subsidiary of UHS, seeks a Patient Accounts Representative- Collector to manage electronic and manual billings and follow up with payers and patients on outstanding balances. Prepare daily cash receipts and maintain insurance logs, and submit billings to primary and secondary payers.

The role requires 2 years of hospital insurance collections, strong communication skills, and the ability to work independently in a fast-paced healthcare setting.