Physician Billing: Patient Account Specialist

University of Mississippi Medical Center; Jackson (MS); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Mississippi Medical Center is seeking a Patient Account Representative for Physician Billing in the Central Billing Office, Clinton. The role involves basic revenue cycle tasks such as scanning, filing, reviewing patient and third‑party billing, and resolving billing questions with meticulous attention to detail.

Qualifications include a high school diploma or GED and at least one year in revenue cycle, with familiarity in ICD-10/HCPCS/CPT coding and basic medical terminology.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED and one year of related revenue cycle experience.
• Basic knowledge of medical terminology.
• Basic knowledge of revenue cycle functions and ability to read, write, type, and follow directions.

Responsibilities

• Engages in core revenue cycle functions such as, billing, claims filing, data entry, charge entry, insurance follow up, denial management, payment posting, customer service, and billing records review.
• Maintains strict confidentiality and adheres to all HIPAA guidelines and regulations. Complies with policies, processes and department guidelines for assigned revenue cycle duties.
• Prepares and submits clean claims to insurance companies either electronically or by paper in an accurate, timely and compliant manner.
• Processes assigned reports, worklists, and patient accounts with high accuracy and attention to detail.
• Collaborates with management and co-workers in an open and positive manner.
• Communicate with patients regarding their accounts, answer billing questions, and provide information on payment options.
• Verify patient insurance coverage and benefits, and coordinate with insurance companies to resolve any discrepancies.

Skills

Attention to detail

Verbal & written communication

Confidentiality

Medical terminology

Data entry

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

University of Mississippi Medical Center is seeking a Patient Account Representative for Physician Billing in the Central Billing Office, Clinton. The role involves basic revenue cycle tasks such as scanning, filing, reviewing patient and third‑party billing, and resolving billing questions with meticulous attention to detail.

Qualifications include a high school diploma or GED and at least one year in revenue cycle, with familiarity in ICD-10/HCPCS/CPT coding and basic medical terminology.