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 a skilled and experienced Patient Account Representative. The primary responsibilities include handling medical billing and accounts receivable, ensuring accurate data entry, and providing excellent customer service. The ideal candidate will possess expertise with Medicare, Medicaid, and commercial payor billing and collections.
Key Responsibilities
- Possess knowledge of CPT coding, ICD-10, Revenue Codes, and Authorizations.
- Manage A/R collection practices, addressing denials, and processing appeals.
- Utilize basic knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel to complete tasks.
- Research account activity and resolve discrepancies efficiently.
- Understand Medicare, Medicaid, and third-party insurance processing and EOB’s.
- Apply familiarity with inpatient and outpatient payment methodologies for Medicare, Medicaid, and Third Party insurances.
- Demonstrate strong problem-solving skills and independent thinking.
Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Excellent data entry, organization, and customer service skills.
- Minimum of at least two years’ recent experience in medical billing and accounts receivable preferred.
- Direct experience with Medicare & Medicaid is preferred.
- Experience working in a medical office is preferred.
Experience
- Minimum of two years' recent experience in medical billing and accounts receivable.
- Direct experience with Medicare & Medicaid billing and collections.
Skills
- Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel.
- Strong communication and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to work independently with reliable judgment.
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.
