Lead Patient Account Rep - PB Specialty Billing

Schedule: Full time, Monday - FridayMain Function:Performs all functions of a Patient Account Representative as well as assists the Manager in providing support to Patient Account Representatives.Serves as a point of contact for answering questions and helping solve problems.Coordinates scheduling coverage.Provides outstanding service to all patients, visitors, internal and external customers.Demonstrates a positive and professional image at all timesProvides input to the Manager for associate performance evaluations.Independently monitors and controls accounts receivable of third party payers.Will review and complete all assigned work-queues daily, and communicate and coordinate with appropriate departments when necessary to address claim questions/issues.Compile AR reports for monitoring of specific payer area weekly/monthly.Reconciles accounts timely and accurately.Communicates and resolves issues with internal and external customers regarding payer specific requirements in registration, referrals, charges, and coding affecting the submission and payment of hospital claims.Maintains knowledge of payer regulations, contract provisions, and all manual and electronic procedures in both submission and remittances.Completes other tasks assigned by Manager.Qualifications / Experience: At least 1 year experience as a Patient Account Representative is required; 3-4 years of previous medical billing experience is preferred.Familiarity with all payers, payer claim forms, and EOBs required.Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.Excellent public/patient relations skills.Strong organizational skills.A willingness to learn and pursue excellence.Skills in using Outlook, Word, Excel; navigating websites; strong typing abilities.Education:Associates Degree preferred or 3-5 years work related experience requiredMedical terminology desired. ICD-10/CPT coding experience strongly desired.Pay Range: $20.00 - $25.00Starting Pay: $20.00 - $23.00Thompson Health is an EOE encouraging women, minorities, individuals with disabilities and veterans to apply Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.