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 dedicated Patient Account Representative. The primary responsibility of this role is to manage and track claim statuses, resolve claim rejections or denials, and ensure compliance with insurance regulations and billing guidelines.

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor and track claim statuses, identifying and resolving claim rejections or denials promptly.
• Conduct regular follow-up with insurance companies to check on claim statuses and resolve outstanding issues.
• Review and appeal denied claims as necessary, adhering to deadlines and requirements.
• Maintain updated knowledge of insurance regulations, billing guidelines, and coding updates.
• Collaborate with internal teams to address billing discrepancies and ensure compliance with payer requirements.
• Generate and analyze reports related to billing and collections, identifying trends and areas for improvement.

Qualifications

• Experience in a high-volume administrative environment.
• Investigative "Problem-Solver" Mindset.
• Professional Persistence.
• Exceptional Attention to Detail.
• Technical Fluency.
• Previous experience in a healthcare setting is preferred.
• Medical billing or coding certificate is preferred.
• Associates degree in healthcare administration, or successfully completed a similar program at a community college is preferred.

Additional Requirements

Opportunity to work hybrid. Stable work through holidays. Possibility to convert after the contract term, though there are no guarantees.

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.

Required Employment / Compliance Language

Our client follows all required employment and compliance regulations to maintain a fair and inclusive work environment.

^*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.