Description
Southdale Pediatric Associates, Ltd. is an independent physician group caring for children since 1948. Our mission is to provide high-quality medical care and outstanding customer service in a warm, welcoming environment. We are proud to have many employees who have been part of our organization for 20+ years and offer a stable, friendly, and challenging work environment.
We are seeking a full-time Revenue Cycle Specialist to join our Revenue Cycle team in Edina, MN. This position is responsible for managing a variety of patient account and insurance billing activities, including payment processing, account maintenance, insurance follow-up, payment plans, collections, and resolution of patient billing questions.
The ideal candidate is highly detail-oriented, organized, comfortable working independently, and able to confidently navigate multiple computer systems while maintaining accuracy, confidentiality, and excellent customer service.
Key Responsibilities
- Process and accurately apply patient payments received online, by phone, mail, and in person.
- Process and post insurance payments, adjustments, credits, and account activity.
- Review insurance explanations of benefits (EOBs) and identify payment discrepancies or incorrect adjustments.
- Follow up with insurance companies and payers to resolve claim and reimbursement issues.
- Prepare and submit insurance claims, appeals, and reconsiderations as needed.
- Answer patient and family questions regarding billing, insurance processing, account balances, and payment activity.
- Establish, monitor, and document patient payment plans.
- Review aging and delinquent accounts and coordinate appropriate follow-up or collection activity.
- Process patient refunds and account adjustments as authorized.
- Maintain accurate patient and guarantor account information and documentation.
- Use multiple software systems, payer websites, and Microsoft applications to complete daily revenue cycle activities.
- Use Microsoft Excel to organize, track, reconcile, and analyze account information.
- Protect patient information and maintain compliance with HIPAA and applicable billing and reimbursement requirements.
- Communicate professionally and courteously with patients, families, staff, insurance companies, and external partners.
- Stay current on payer requirements, revenue cycle practices, technology, and organizational procedures.
- Perform other related duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Required:
- High school diploma or GED.
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
- Strong organizational and time-management skills.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
- Proficiency with computers, Microsoft Excel, and multiple software systems.
- Ability to communicate professionally with patients, families, coworkers, and insurance representatives.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information appropriately.
Preferred:
- At least one year of experience in medical billing, insurance, collections, patient accounts, revenue cycle, or a related field.
- Experience with Microsoft Excel, including organizing, tracking, and reconciling data.
- Familiarity with medical terminology, EOBs, insurance processes, and basic ICD/CPT terminology.
- Experience working in a healthcare or medical office environment.
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Referral program
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance