You are applying for a position through Medix, a staffing agency. The actual posting represents a position at one of our clients.
Job Summary
Our client is seeking three Accounts Receivable Analysts to support their healthcare-related projects. The selected individuals will play a crucial role in managing various patient account types, including unpaid, underpaid, and denied claims, with a specific focus on Medicaid insurance claims. The position requires handling appeals and managing an initial backlog of accounts before focusing on current accounts.
Key Responsibilities
- Handle all types of patient accounts, including unpaid, underpaid, no status, and denied claims.
- Focus on processing Medicaid insurance claims efficiently.
- Utilize EMR: Cerner Millennium for managing records.
- Responsible for appeals when necessary.
- Register for ID-ME through Medicaid.
- Work with a backlog of accounts initially and then focus on current accounts.
- Maintain transparency with the client by actively monitoring accounts and work progress.
Qualifications
- Experience in handling HB (Hospital Billing) or PB (Professional Billing).
- Proficiency in Epic systems based on previous work experience.
Experience
- Requires prior experience in handling hospital or professional billing systems.
- Experience with Epic systems in a healthcare setting is preferred.
Skills
- Technical proficiency in Cerner Millennium and Epic systems.
- Strong skills in managing Medicaid insurance claims.
- Effective communication and ability to work under pressure to manage and resolve claims efficiently.
Additional Requirements
- System access and IT equipment ordering process takes approximately 10 days post offer acceptance.
- Initial orientation followed by shadowing for about a week.
Benefits
- Paid Sick Leave (Medix provides paid sick leave according to state and local sick leave ordinances).
- Health Benefits / Dental / Vision (Medix offers 6 different health plans: 3 Major Medical Plans, 2 Fixed Indemnity Plans (Standard and Preferred), and 1 Minimum Essential Coverage (MEC) Plan. Eligibility for health benefits is based on verifying that an average of 30 hours per week during the first 4 weeks of the work assignment has been met. If you meet eligibility requirements and take action to enroll, you will be covered no earlier than 60 days into your assignment, depending on plan selection(s)).
- 401k (Eligible on the first 401k open enrollment date following 6 consecutive months on assignment. 401k Open Enrollment dates are 1/1, 4/1, 7/1, and 10/1).
- Short Term Disability Insurance.
- Term Life Insurance Plan.
*We will consider for employment all qualified Applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance (FCIHO), Los Angeles Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers (ULAC), The San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance (FCO), and the California Fair Chance Act (CFCA).
Medix Overview:
With over 20 years of experience connecting organizations with highly qualified professionals, Medix is a leading provider of workforce solutions for clients and candidates across the healthcare, scientific, technology, and government industries. Through our core purpose of positively impacting lives, we’re dedicated to creating opportunities for job seekers at some of the nation's top companies. As an award-winning career partner, Medix is committed to helping talent find fulfilling and meaningful work because our mission is to help you achieve yours.
*As a job position within our Revenue Cycle division, a successful completion of a background check may be required as a condition of employment. This requirement is directly related to essential job functions including but not limited to: accessing financial and confidential information, handling financial and other payment data, and working within departments that care for vulnerable populations, such as, minors, elderly and those with physical or mental disabilities. Due to these job duties, this position has a significant impact on the business operations and reputation, as well as the safety and well-being of individuals who may be cared for as part of the job position or who may interact with staff or clients.