What are the responsibilities and job description for the Director - Patient Financial Services position at Avita Health System?
Responsible for evaluating and benchmarking business operations in relation to best business practices for the healthcare system and internal business objectives. Oversees the strategy of post-service functions, including ensuring the timely, accurate, efficient completion of provider coding, hospital and provider billing and collection, cash posting, chargemaster maintenance, denial appeal, and underpayment recoupment. Identifies opportunities for denial avoidance and collaborates with key stakeholders, including providers and clinicians, to implement required changes to avoid future denials. Directly supervises provider coding team, nurse auditor, and revenue cycle coordinators.
Requirements:- Bachelors degree in business, finance, hospital administration, or related field.
- Associates degree with 10 years of relevant experience may be considered.
- Minimum of five (5) years revenue cycle experience.
- Experience in healthcare billing requirements and government and private payer reimbursement methodologies.
- 3-5 years of management experience.
- Professional coding certification or obtained within eighteen (18) months of hiring or transferring into position.
