Patient Account Representative-medical Billing

Highland Hospital

Charleston, West Virginia, US
Competitive salary commensurate with experience; n...
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Verifies patient insurance benefits
Performs upfront collections
Negotiates payment arrangements
** Highland Hospital is seeking a Patient Account Representative in Charleston, West Virginia, responsible for financial assessments, collections, and patient counseling regarding their financial obligations. The ideal candidate should have at least two years of experience in admissions and collections in a hospital setting, with a preference for psychiatric experience. **

Job Summary

  • The Patient Account Representative is responsible for financial assessment of patients and determination of their ability to pay.
  • Candidates must verify benefits on each admission and provide financial counseling regarding obligations like co-pays and deductibles.
  • Highland Hospital offers a comprehensive benefit plan and a competitive salary commensurate with experience and qualifications.

Matching Summary

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** Highland Hospital is seeking a Patient Account Representative in Charleston, West Virginia, responsible for financial assessments, collections, and patient counseling regarding their financial obligations. The ideal candidate should have at least two years of experience in admissions and collections in a hospital setting, with a preference for psychiatric experience. **

Salary

Competitive salary commensurate with experience; Not specified; Comprehensive benefit plan included

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Verifies patient insurance benefits
  • Performs upfront collections
  • Negotiates payment arrangements
  • Determines third party liability
  • Compiles collection data reports

Nice-to-have

  • Psychiatric hospital experience preferred
  • Strong communication with families
  • Experience with credit report requests

Key Requirements

  • High school diploma or equivalent required
  • Two or more years admissions experience
  • Prior collections experience in hospital setting
  • Requests for verification of benefits experience

Work Rights

Not specified

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