Patient Account Rep - Medicaid/Medicare Collections
- Employer
- Memorial Hermann Health System
- Location
- Houston, Texas
- Salary
- Not Specified
- Posted
- Apr 22, 2017
- Closes
- Jun 23, 2017
- Ref
- 2829168960#GIJ--J2CBackfill.1
- Category
- Accounting
- Job Type
- Not Specified
- Career Level
- Not Specified
Patient Account Rep - Medicaid/Medicare CollectionsPBS Job Description Patient Account Rep - Government Collections - 2 years of Medicaid/Medicare hospital collections experience - Must be knowledgeable of billing and coding - Experience in TMHP, FSS system, HCFA 1500, or UB - Knowledge of Federal and State Regulations - Hours: Monday - Friday Position is responsible for the timely collection of third party and private pay receivables. Minimum Qualifications: Prefer three years of hospital business office or medical related experience. Some knowledge of business office, patient billing, or collection/reimbursement procedures in a healthcare setting preferred. Ability to multi-task in a fast paced, high volume environment Proficient in Microsoft office with emphasis on Excel, 10-key and math. Demonstrates commitment to the Partners-in-Caring process by integrating our culture in all internal and external customer interactions; delivers on our brand promise of ?we advance health? through innovation, accountability, empowerment, collaboration, compassion and results while ensuring one Memorial Hermann. Principle Accountabilities: Reviews incoming correspondence and takes appropriate action. Responds promptly to inquiries. Analyzes accounts for errors, adjustments and credits, issuing corrected entries when necessary. Updates account information accordingly. Documents communications accurately and completely. Adheres to all Memorial Hermann policies, procedures, and standards, within budgetary specifications, including time management, supply management, productivity, and accuracy of practice. Promotes individual professional growth and development by meeting requirements for mandatory/continuing education, skills competency, supports department-based goals which contribute to the success of the organization; serves as preceptor, mentor, and resource to less experienced staff. Serves as a mentor and resource for less experienced staff. MNTR KR 77024Company Description:With 21,000 employees and 5,500 affiliated physicians, Memorial Hermann is a world-class organization ranked one of the nation's Top 5 large health systems by Truven Health for patient safety and quality.As the largest not-for-profit healthcare system in Texas, Memorial Hermann offers world-class facilities and rewards our dedicated employees with competitive pay, relocation assistance, tuition reimbursement and shift differentials.From robot-assisted surgery to our designation as Houston's first Primary Stroke Center, we are continually leading the way in medical advancements. Memorial Hermann serves as headquarters for the Life Flight air ambulance program, provides Houston's only burn treatment center and performs more neurosurgeries than any other hospital in Houston. By establishing the nation's first complete, citywide Chest Pain Center network and the region's largest Stroke Network, we offer the community quicker access to life-saving care.