Patient Billing & Insurance Specialist

Sheridan Memorial Hospital; Sheridan (WY); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Sheridan Memorial Hospital is seeking a Patient Account Representative to join our billing team. You will compile itemized hospital bills, verify patient insurance coverage and compute benefits, working closely with Admitting, Medical Records and insurers.

This role participates in Performance Improvement activities to enhance billing accuracy and timeliness. This position requires a high school diploma (GED acceptable) and knowledge of medical terminology; billing or accounting experience is

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; medical terminology preferred.
• Billing or accounting experience is preferred.
• Strong communication and organizational skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Compiles itemized hospital bills and verifies insurance coverage.
• Computes patient insurance benefits and works with Admitting and Medical Records.
• Manages claim submissions and monitors reimbursement timelines.
• Communicates with patients and insurers to obtain required information.
• Maintains confidentiality and adheres to policies and standards.

Skills

Communication skills

Multiline telephone

Computer literacy

Confidentiality

Organizational skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Medical terminology preferred

Billing or accounting preferred

Tools

Cerner RevenueCycle

Emdeon

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Sheridan Memorial Hospital is seeking a Patient Account Representative to join our billing team. You will compile itemized hospital bills, verify patient insurance coverage and compute benefits, working closely with Admitting, Medical Records and insurers.

This role participates in Performance Improvement activities to enhance billing accuracy and timeliness. This position requires a high school diploma (GED acceptable) and knowledge of medical terminology; billing or accounting experience is