What are the responsibilities and job description for the Medical Billing Collections Specialist position at Futures Recovery Healthcare?
Job Description
Job Description
Futures Recovery Healthcare is a state-licensed, Joint Commission accredited behavioral healthcare provider located in Tequesta, Florida of Palm Beach County. At Futures, we are committed to treating the whole person, not just the behaviors. We have a holistic approach that is patient-centered. Our medical, clinical, resident assistant, admissions, outreach, executive, culinary, alumni, and intake teams all work together to meet a patient where they are and allow them to heal and recover in a safe and nurturing environment, which is essential for whole healing and life-long recovery.
Job Summary : The Billing Specialist will be responsible for submitting claims directly to insurance companies as well as patient billing. This position will align with VOB in order to meet full time employee hours.
Job Duties and Competencies :
- Monitor accounts on daily basis
- Identify outstanding account receivables
- Investigate historical data for debts and bills
- Take actions in order to encourage timely payments
- Process payments and refunds
- Resolve billing issues
- Resolve customer credit issues
- Contact clients’ insurance companies and discuss their overdue payments
- Update account status records
- Prepare and present reports on collection activities and progress
- VOB assistance may be required
- Maintains confidentiality of all information and adheres to all HIPAA guidelines / regulations
- Adheres to facility standard concerning conduct, dress, attendance, and punctuality
- Adheres to all company policies and procedures
- Attends in-service training when necessary
- Attitude demonstrates a positive approach and commitment reflecting professionalism and ethical standards
- Perform other duties as assigned by the Supervisor and / or Director
Qualifications :
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