Billing/Patient Accounts Specialist II - Howard County Medical Center : Job Details

Billing/Patient Accounts Specialist IIHoward County Medical Center invites applications for the position of Billing/Patient Accounts Specialist II at its location in St. Paul, Nebraska. Job Duties:

• Download claims from EMR into clearinghouse.
• Prepare any claims that are incomplete in the clearinghouse for submission/resubmission.
• Research, correct & reprocess payment denials as required.
• Be the key account contact for questions and issues
• Working with physicians and staff to obtain information required for initial claim submission and follow-up on edits, denials, and rejections.
• Follow-up on outstanding claims.
• Cross-Train within the department to ensure success and promote collaboration and teamwork.

General Requirements:To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The requirements listed below are representative of the general knowledge, skill, and / or ability required:

• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide.
• Ability to generate, read, interpret and take action as it relates to basic financial statements, national and state regulations, operational and maintenance and organizational policy/procedures.
• Ability to write reports and correspondence.
• Ability to effectively communicate.
• Ability to work cooperatively and communicate effectively to maintain good working relationships.
• Ability to work with skill in identifying problems.
• Ability to work with many types of people and have good customer service skills.
• Ability to answer the phone and transfer phone calls to the appropriate people.

Equipment, Tools, Materials:

• Computer, printer, fax, etc.
• Timekeeping system
• Information systems
• Telephone system
• General office materials/supplies

Education/Qualifications/Skills/Abilities:

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Prior office experience preferred

To Apply: Go to Mission Statement: Howard County Medical Center will provide quality, efficient health care. We will strive to make our community a better place through education and awareness. HCMC is proud to be a vital part of our community and continue to grow with the help of our donors and volunteers that make our mission possible.The values are our guiding principles, they are: Customer Service, Teamwork, Effective Communication, Accountability and Respect. Howard County Medical Center actively works to create and sustain a welcoming environment for all members to fulfill their potential, belong, feel valued, and make meaningful contributions to the company. HCMC is an equal opportunity employer and seeks candidates who reflect the diversity of our society.