Patient Account Representative-medical Billing

Highland Hospital

Charleston, West Virginia, US
Competitive salary commensurate with experience; b...
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Verifies insurance benefits on admission
Performs upfront collections from patients
Negotiates payment arrangements with families
** Highland Hospital in Charleston, West Virginia is seeking a Patient Account Representative for medical billing, responsible for financial assessments, securing payments, and providing financial counseling to patients. Candidates should have at least two years of experience in admissions and collections within a hospital environment, with psychiatric experience preferred. **

Job Summary

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

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** Highland Hospital in Charleston, West Virginia is seeking a Patient Account Representative for medical billing, responsible for financial assessments, securing payments, and providing financial counseling to patients. Candidates should have at least two years of experience in admissions and collections within a hospital environment, with psychiatric experience preferred. **

Salary

Competitive salary commensurate with experience; Benefits: Comprehensive benefit plan

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Verifies insurance benefits on admission
  • Performs upfront collections from patients
  • Negotiates payment arrangements with families
  • Compiles reports on collection data
  • Reviews explanation of benefits for accuracy

Nice-to-have

  • Psychiatric facility experience preferred
  • Strong communication skills for counseling
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment

Key Requirements

  • High school diploma or equivalent required
  • Two or more years of admissions and collections experience
  • Prior experience in hospital setting required
  • Psychiatric experience preferred

Work Rights

Not specified

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