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University of Michigan Health-West · 1 day ago

Billing and Reimbursement Specialist - Patient Financial Services * Days - 40hrs/wk

Wyoming, MI

Full-time

Onsite

Entry Level

2+ years exp

University of Michigan Health-West is seeking a Billing and Reimbursement Specialist responsible for the accurate and timely billing and payment for assigned accounts. The role involves ensuring prompt reimbursement for services rendered and requires collaboration with hospital and physician office staff.

Hospital & Health Care

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Works closely with Hospital and/or Physician office staff to assure correct information is obtained for billing purposes

Reviews claims daily, prior to submission to payers, for accuracy utilizing electronic billing software

Reviews and takes action on claims returned by payers, whether denied or underpaid

Ability to post payments and reconcile vouchers according to department standard workplan

Responsible to validate the payments and adjustments made on accounts are correct

Maintains daily work queues according to payer requirements, including late charges/credits, multiple visits in one day, 3-day rule, changes in insurance coverage, and claim errors

Files claims to payers in a timely manner to assure prompt reimbursement

Prepares Medicare Bad Debts following CMS guidelines

Ability to analyze reports from third party vendors for self pay balances

Responsible for quality and productivity standards established by management

Complete knowledge of payer guidelines, including utilization of payer websites and other tools

Other duties as assigned

Qualification

EPICRevenue Cycle CertificationAutomated billing systemsClaims analysisTraining new employeesCommunication skillsTeam collaboration

Required

Minimum high school diploma or GED

Ability to work independently with minimal supervision

Good oral and written communication skills

Proficiency with computer functions, including ability to use automated systems for third party billing and insurance follow up

Professional, business-like appearance and demeanor

Recognizes and reports problems, errors and discrepancies to management

Shares information with co-workers

Ability to contribute to team efforts

Ability to assist with training of new employees as needed

Preferred

Two years experience working in an accredited hospital or physician office preferred

EPIC or Revenue Cycle Certification a plus

Company

University of Michigan Health-West

University of Michigan Health-West is a nonprofit multispecialty medical provider that is relentlessly advancing health to serve West Michigan as part of the state’s top-ranked health system.

Founded in 1942

Wyoming, Michigan, US

1001-5000 employees

https://uofmhealthwest.org

H1B Sponsorship

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