Accounts Receivable Specialist

Job description

Job Summary
The Accounts Receivable Specialist is responsible for posting insurance payments, patient payments and processing electronic remittance advice accurately and timely. Works patient and insurance credits, per department policy. Scans and indexes, as needed, per department policy.
Performance: Position Specific Essential Functions
• Post all patient payments and insurance payments, including adjustments and patient liability, accurately and timely, per department policy.
• Process electronic remittances accurately and timely.
• Work credits accurately and timely, per department policy.
• Scan and indexes, as needed, per department policy.
• Work reports to better serve the business office.
• Observes and is compliant with all department policies and procedures.
• Maintains current knowledge of job duties and appropriate business office procedures.
• Attends seminars, training sessions, and meetings as needed or requested.
• Serves as a liaison between administration, physicians, nurses, staff and other departments.
• Reports problems or issues affecting the office to the Manager, other Business Office Managers or Directors.
• Review EOBs for updates regarding EFT or ERA changes. Keep abreast of current changes in contract agreements regarding In Network or Out of Network contracts.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications
Education
• Required
• High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent

Experience:
• Required
• One year of experience with Ten-Key
• Preferred
• One to two years of experience in Medical Office
• One year of EOB/INS Correspondence

Certification/Licensure: N/A