Patient Billing & Financial Coordination

Hugh Chatham Health; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 32,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Educational assistance

Paid time off

Retirement plan with employer match

Job summary

Advocate Health in Charlotte, NC seeks a Billing Specialist to manage billing and collections for all payor types. You will coordinate with physician offices, rebill as needed, and monitor claims status while researching benefits and advising patients on financial options.

The role requires a Bachelor's in Accounting/Finance or related field with hospital reimbursement experience. Proficiency in Excel and medical terminology is preferred, with a 40-hour workweek and M-F schedule.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance or related field; 5 years of insurance related experience required.
• 1–2 years of reimbursement experience in a hospital setting preferred.
• Strong organizational, time management and interpersonal skills; ability to prepare and analyze financial reports.
• Proficiency with medical terminology and familiarity with transplant-related clinical considerations.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and manage billing and collections for all payor types.
• Notify physician offices of contract periods; monitor accounts and follow up on claims.
• Rebill claims as necessary and perform regular account maintenance.
• Research insurance benefits and discuss options with patients and families.
• Develop financial plans with patients and families.
• Assist patients in addressing out-of-pocket exposure and planning.
• Obtain payer authorizations and verify coverage and referrals.
• Ensure all payor approvals are current.

Skills

Billing and collections

Accounts receivable

Insurance verification

Patient financial counseling

Excel

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance or related field

Tools

Microsoft Excel

STAR

IDX experience

Job description

Advocate Health in Charlotte, NC seeks a Billing Specialist to manage billing and collections for all payor types. You will coordinate with physician offices, rebill as needed, and monitor claims status while researching benefits and advising patients on financial options.

The role requires a Bachelor's in Accounting/Finance or related field with hospital reimbursement experience. Proficiency in Excel and medical terminology is preferred, with a 40-hour workweek and M-F schedule.