Brown University Health
Accounts Receivable Analyst
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Accounts Receivable Analyst
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Brown University Health .
Summary The Accounts Receivable Analyst reports to the Receivables Management Manager. Under general supervision, supports the self‑pay billing program. Analyzes the accuracy of the program by reviewing SMS patient data files to ensure in‑house and outside agency system programming is in place in accordance with the Federal Fair Debt Collection Act and CMS Medicare self‑pay billing requirements. Brown University Health employees are expected to successfully role‑model the organization’s values of Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence as these values guide our everyday actions with patients, customers and one another. In addition to our values, all employees are expected to demonstrate the core Success Factors which tell us how we work together and how we get things done. The core Success Factors include: Instill Trust and Value Differences Patient and Community Focus and Collaborate.
Responsibilities
Audits self‑pay accounts using sampling techniques to assess compliance with complex billing policies regarding the appropriate system programs and process.
Determines and selects patient billing data for review by the various sources, from electronic payment data files, agency invoices and self‑pay edit reports.
Performs semi‑complex system reconciliations of the self‑pay receivables against agencies receivables system for accuracy.
Documents reconciliation and variance items in SMS system and documents such for discussion with Senior Representative and Manager.
Maintains log of self‑pay accounts reviewed for internal/outside audit firm to assess collection activity is in compliance with HIPAA and federal guidelines.
Maintains and updates Access self‑pay databases on the network drive.
Reviews and evaluates agency invoice statements.
Compares billed percentage rates and larges commission cap allowable amounts per contract.
Verifies primary agency collection return process to secondary agency.
Reviews electronic file data reports to ensure designated accounts have been transferred.
Utilizes spreadsheets, SMS, and databases to compile and produce a variety of monthly reports.
Performs related special reviews and projects as determined and assigned by management.
Assists Senior Representative in developing internal control procedures to improve collection processes.
Maintains quality assurance, safety, environmental and infection control in accordance with established system policies, procedures and objectives.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
Associate’s Degree with concentration in computer sciences or equivalent experience.
Three years experience in automated, multi‑facility health care customer service and collections environment preferred.
Knowledge of various software programs as well as database and spreadsheet applications required.
Must have previous experience in a customer service and collections environment.
Work is performed in a typical office setting requiring sitting in a normal seated position for extended periods of time; reaching by extending hand or arm in any direction; and finger dexterity to manipulate keyboard.
Position requires ability to speak, see and hear within normal range.
Pay Range $20.55 - $33.93
EEO Statement Brown University Health is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and maintaining a work environment free from all forms of unlawful discrimination and harassment.
Location BHCS 15 LaSalle Square - 15 LaSalle Square Providence, Rhode Island 02903
Work Type Full‑time
Work Shift Day
Daily Hours 8 hours
Driving Required No
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Accounts Receivable Analyst
role at
Brown University Health .
Summary The Accounts Receivable Analyst reports to the Receivables Management Manager. Under general supervision, supports the self‑pay billing program. Analyzes the accuracy of the program by reviewing SMS patient data files to ensure in‑house and outside agency system programming is in place in accordance with the Federal Fair Debt Collection Act and CMS Medicare self‑pay billing requirements. Brown University Health employees are expected to successfully role‑model the organization’s values of Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence as these values guide our everyday actions with patients, customers and one another. In addition to our values, all employees are expected to demonstrate the core Success Factors which tell us how we work together and how we get things done. The core Success Factors include: Instill Trust and Value Differences Patient and Community Focus and Collaborate.
Responsibilities
Audits self‑pay accounts using sampling techniques to assess compliance with complex billing policies regarding the appropriate system programs and process.
Determines and selects patient billing data for review by the various sources, from electronic payment data files, agency invoices and self‑pay edit reports.
Performs semi‑complex system reconciliations of the self‑pay receivables against agencies receivables system for accuracy.
Documents reconciliation and variance items in SMS system and documents such for discussion with Senior Representative and Manager.
Maintains log of self‑pay accounts reviewed for internal/outside audit firm to assess collection activity is in compliance with HIPAA and federal guidelines.
Maintains and updates Access self‑pay databases on the network drive.
Reviews and evaluates agency invoice statements.
Compares billed percentage rates and larges commission cap allowable amounts per contract.
Verifies primary agency collection return process to secondary agency.
Reviews electronic file data reports to ensure designated accounts have been transferred.
Utilizes spreadsheets, SMS, and databases to compile and produce a variety of monthly reports.
Performs related special reviews and projects as determined and assigned by management.
Assists Senior Representative in developing internal control procedures to improve collection processes.
Maintains quality assurance, safety, environmental and infection control in accordance with established system policies, procedures and objectives.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
Associate’s Degree with concentration in computer sciences or equivalent experience.
Three years experience in automated, multi‑facility health care customer service and collections environment preferred.
Knowledge of various software programs as well as database and spreadsheet applications required.
Must have previous experience in a customer service and collections environment.
Work is performed in a typical office setting requiring sitting in a normal seated position for extended periods of time; reaching by extending hand or arm in any direction; and finger dexterity to manipulate keyboard.
Position requires ability to speak, see and hear within normal range.
Pay Range $20.55 - $33.93
EEO Statement Brown University Health is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and maintaining a work environment free from all forms of unlawful discrimination and harassment.
Location BHCS 15 LaSalle Square - 15 LaSalle Square Providence, Rhode Island 02903
Work Type Full‑time
Work Shift Day
Daily Hours 8 hours
Driving Required No
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