Westchester Medical Center Health Network
Patient Acct Clerk
Westchester Medical Center Health Network, Valhalla, New York, United States, 10595
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Prepares and submits claims to third party payers to obtain reimbursement for patient care. Enters and reconciles billing and payment data on an automated system to maintain and update receivable status of patient accounts. Makes inquiries of medical records and admitting staff for clarification of diagnosis, insurance coverage or other details necessary for completion of required forms and maintenance of records. Interacts with the Admitting Office, Business Office, or Medical Records Department to provide updated billing information. Communicates with carriers and other third party payers by correspondence or by telephone to determine proper billing and receivable status. Maintains and updates files and patient records with pertinent billing information. Handles routine billing inquiries from patients, third party payors and other hospital staff. Qualifications / Requirements
Experience: Billing experience preferred. Will provide training. Education: High school or equivalency diploma, required. Other: Possess strong communication skills and Microsoft Office aptitude (Word/Excel/Outlook). Proficient in data entry utilizing multiple patient access programs and software. Knowledge of word processing and Excel spreadsheets. Ability to work in a multi-task, fast-paced environment, prioritizing and completing tasks in a timely manner. Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail. Proficient in oral and written communications. Professional handling of difficult or upset callers. Special Requirements: Knowledge of Patient Management Systems, payer websites, medical terminology, Medicare medical necessity, and commercial authorizations. Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook. Familiarity with document imaging systems and vendor management. Seniority level
Entry level Employment type
Full-time Job function
Management and Manufacturing Industries
Hospitals and Health Care
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Patient Acct Clerk
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Westchester Medical Center Health Network Join to apply for the
Patient Acct Clerk
role at
Westchester Medical Center Health Network . Responsibilities
Prepares and submits claims to third party payers to obtain reimbursement for patient care. Enters and reconciles billing and payment data on an automated system to maintain and update receivable status of patient accounts. Makes inquiries of medical records and admitting staff for clarification of diagnosis, insurance coverage or other details necessary for completion of required forms and maintenance of records. Interacts with the Admitting Office, Business Office, or Medical Records Department to provide updated billing information. Communicates with carriers and other third party payers by correspondence or by telephone to determine proper billing and receivable status. Maintains and updates files and patient records with pertinent billing information. Handles routine billing inquiries from patients, third party payors and other hospital staff. Qualifications / Requirements
Experience: Billing experience preferred. Will provide training. Education: High school or equivalency diploma, required. Other: Possess strong communication skills and Microsoft Office aptitude (Word/Excel/Outlook). Proficient in data entry utilizing multiple patient access programs and software. Knowledge of word processing and Excel spreadsheets. Ability to work in a multi-task, fast-paced environment, prioritizing and completing tasks in a timely manner. Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail. Proficient in oral and written communications. Professional handling of difficult or upset callers. Special Requirements: Knowledge of Patient Management Systems, payer websites, medical terminology, Medicare medical necessity, and commercial authorizations. Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook. Familiarity with document imaging systems and vendor management. Seniority level
Entry level Employment type
Full-time Job function
Management and Manufacturing Industries
Hospitals and Health Care
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