Overview

The Accounts Receivable Representative I is responsible for collecting outstanding accounts receivable from third party payers; both government and commercial.

Job Highlights

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES : ( The ideal candidate must be able to complete all physical requirements of the job with or without a reasonable accommodation)

• Contact s insurance companies for status on outstanding claims.

• Process and follow up on appeals to insurance companies.

• Refile s claims as needed.

• Work s correspondence daily.

• Maintain s basic proficiency with using spreadsheets.

• Audit s adjustment requests and complete s when appropriate .

• Resolve s Manual Tasks assigned to AR for follow up.

• Works outstanding Accounts Receivable from assigned work queues .

• Meet s productivity standards as set by the department .

• Maintain s accuracy rating of 97% or greater on audited accounts.

• Meet s productivity standards as set by the department.

• Maintains strictest confidentiality.

• Phone s patients for payment or payment arrangements on outstanding balances .

• All other duties assigned .

Qualifications

KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES (KSAs):

• Highschool graduate or equivalent.

• Associate or bachelor’s degree in business administration or related field of study is preferred.

• 1-3 years professional/healthcare experience preferred.

• Excellent verbal and written skills to maintain professionalism in all methods of communication.

• Basic math skills for calculating anesthesia units, proper reimbursement, and percentages for appropriate adjustments .

• Understanding of Medical terminology preferred .

• Advanced knowledge of insurance processing, guidelines, laws, and EOBs preferred .

• Knowledge of managed care, Medicare, and Medicaid guidelines preferred .

• Knowledge of CPT, ICD-10 and ASA codes preferred.

• Data entry skills with high accuracy.

• Good problem-solving skills .

• Decision making ability with sound judgement .

• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail .

• Skill in gathering and reporting information .

• Ability to work effectively with staff, physicians, and external customers .

• Must have a pleasant disposition and high tolerance level .

• Must be able to work as part of a team .

• Ability to work independently with limited supervision .

• Must be a self - motivator and goal oriented .

• Skill ed in computer applications including MS Word, MS Excel, MS Outlook, and MS Teams.

• Communicate d well with the public .

  *The physical demands described here are representative of those that may need to be met by an employee to successfully pe r form the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Occasional Standing

• Occasional Walking

• Frequent Sitting

• Frequent hand, finger movement

• Use office equipment (in office or remote)

• Communicate verbally and in writing

  US Anesthesia Partners, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, pregnancy, status as a parent, national origin, age, disability (physical or mental), family medical history or genetic information, political affiliation, military service, or other non-merit based factors.

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Job ID2024-15143

FunctionRevenue Cycle Management

LocationUS-TX-Austin

Employment StatusFull Time