Verification Patient Account Rep TEMPORARY (2 3 month assignment) position at Fresenius Medical Care in Franklin

Fresenius Medical Care is at the momment seeking for Verification Patient Account Rep TEMPORARY (2 3 month assignment) on Fri, 25 Oct 2013 13:35:16 GMT. PURPOSE AND SCOPE: Under the direct supervision of the Billing Group Supervisor, contributes to the timely and accurate processing of the Accounts Receivable billing and collections functions by ensuring all patient insurance information is up-to-date and accurate. Works with the appropriate clinical, regional and divisional staff to resolve identified issues. Supports FMCNA’s mission, vision...

Verification Patient Account Rep TEMPORARY (2 3 month assignment)

Location: Franklin Tennessee

Description: Fresenius Medical Care is at the momment seeking for Verification Patient Account Rep TEMPORARY (2 3 month assignment) right now, this position will be placed in Tennessee. Further informations about this position opportunity please give attention to these descriptions. PURPOSE AND SCOPE:
Under the direct supervision of the Billing Group Sup! ervisor, contributes to the timely and accurate processing of the Accounts Receivable billing and collections functions by ensuring all patient insurance information is up-to-date and accurate. Works with the appropriate clinical, regional and divisional staff to resolve identified issues.

Supports FMCNA’s mission, vision, core values and customer service philosophy. Adheres to the FMCNA Compliance Program, including following all regulatory and FMS policy requirements.

DUTIES / ACTIVITIES :
CUSTOMER SERVICE:
Responsible for driving the FMS culture through values and customer service standards.

Accountable for outstanding customer service to all external and internal customers.

Develops and maintains effective relationships through effective and timely communication.

Takes initiative and action to respond, resolve and follow up regarding customer service issues with all customers in a timely manner.
PRINCIPAL RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:
Verifies ! and documents patients’ insurance information provided to the billing group or after problems are identified through denials, correspondence from insurance companies, etc. to ensure accuracy of the information to facilitate the timely and accuracy of the AR billing and collections activities.

Ensures correct insurance entry, including priority order, upon initial patient interaction (Encounter) in order to bill the patient appropriately.

Reviews, monitors and resolves all work lists specific to the Insurance Verification Role, including:

• Encounter Insurance Verification Work List for pending verifications.
• Encounters with Incomplete Insurance Work List.
• Missing Patient Information Work List to identify and resolve Encounters with missing patient information after the patient begins treatment.
• Missing Guarantor Information Work List to identify and resolve Encounters with missing guarantor information after the! patient begins treatment.
• Unviewed Eligibility Responses Work List to ensure that all information received via an electronic insurance verification is reviewed and updated in eCube Financials as applicable.
• Encounters with Missing Information by Start Date Work List.

Follows up on missing Assignment of Benefits and Medicare Secondary Payer questionnaires and documents receipt in eCube Financials in order to avoid billing delays.

Updates patient insurance information in eCube Financials as appropriate per policy.

Monitors Coordination of Benefits period to ensure that insurance changes are made timely and as appropriate. Updates insurance and effective dates for approved Indigent Waivers.

Updates insurance based on notifications of changes and terminations as confirmed by Insurance Verification. Utilizes the Changes to Expected Reimbursement Report, seeking management approval for any necessary retroactive insurance ch! anges as required per policy.

Ensures receipt and documentatio! n of required authorizations/pre-certifications, including renewals, in eCube Financials

Other duties as assigned.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS:
The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Able to lift up to 50 lbs. independently with some manipulation of supply and inventory expected.

Requires sitting and standing for extended periods of time.

Requires adequate visual acuity, manual dexterity and hearing (with or without accommodation).

Work environment includes inside work primarily around office equipment.

EDUCATION:
High School Diploma or equivalent

EXPERIENCE AND REQUIRED SKILLS:
1-2 years healthcare billing or ! collections experience required with a High School Diploma.

No experience required with a Healthcare Certificate or 2 or 4 year Degree

Working knowledge of Windows-based software applications (i.e., Word, Excel).

Ability to analyze data.

Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Good interpersonal skills and team oriented.

Well organized and detail oriented.

Positive attitude, enthusiastic and energetic.
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If you were eligible to this position, please email us your resume, with salary requirements and a resume to Fresenius Medical Care.

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This position starts available on: Fri, 25 Oct 2013 13:35:16 GMT

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