Job Description Summary

Analyzes system-wide third party reimbursement programs, including preparation of Medicare cost report work papers, and other related projects as necessary in department's management of system-wide reimbursement.

Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or Finance is required. Certified Public Accountant preferred, but not required. Healthcare accounting / reimbursement experience preferred.

Employee is subject to call back as required by the hospital.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS :

• Assists Director of Reimbursement in preparation of Medicare cost reports for Jackson-Madison County General Hospital, West Tennessee Healthcare, Milan General Hospital, Camden General Hospital, Bolivar General Hospital, Dyersburg Hospital, Martin Hospital, and Pathways.
• Monthly maintenance of certain statistics required for cost reporting for WTH entities.
• Monthly reconciliation & summarization of contract labor as required for wage index submission with Medicare cost report for WTH entities.
• Prepares Medicare cost report for Rural Health Clinics.
• Prepares CHAMPUS program Capital / DME settlement requests.
• Assists Reimbursement Director in coordination / communication with internal personnel as needed for preparation of cost report workpapers.
• Assists Reimbursement Director with Medicare Administrative Contractor requests made during cost report audits.
• Assists with Disproportionate Share day calculation as required for current cost report.
• Assists with preparation of workpapers required for appeals and reopenings of prior cost reports, as needed.
• Assists Reimbursement Director with Net Revenue Projects
• Along with reconciling and posting journal entries needed during monthend close for Net Revenue. Greets guests in accordance to our Guest Excellence principles.
• Performs related responsibilities as required or directed.

JOB SPECIFICATIONS : EDUCATION :

EDUCATION :

Bachelors Degree in Accounting or Finance.

LICENSURE, REGISTRATION, CERTIFICATION :

Certified Public Accountant preferred, but not required.

EXPERIENCE :

Healthcare accounting / reimbursement experience preferred.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES :

Knowledge of third party reimbursement programs. Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook.

NONDISCRIMINATION NOTICE STATEMENT

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, disability, religion, national origin, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, sexual orientation, age, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Last updated : 2024-06-22