What are the responsibilities and job description for the Manager Accounts Receivable position at Grady Health?
Manager, Accounts Receivable
JOB DESCRIPTION: Manages and oversees all revenue cycle activities related to billing, collection, denial management, insurance follow up. Performs statistical data analysis, and prepares trending reports of key A/R performance metrics. Develops strategic plans for the A/R team and ensures that goals and objectives are properly defined and clearly established. Monitors, tracks, and evaluates staff productivity and performance. Promotes best practices in automation and workflow management used for claims submission and collection activities. Utilizes information technology to improve recoveries and reduce accounts receivables. Assists with the development of front end edits based on denial trends. Collaborates with key stakeholders within the revenue cycle to develop effective policies and procedures to ensure operational efficiencies. Develops effective working relationships with insurance carriers, subcontractors, provider enrollment, managed care and the Office of Compliance. Assist with the development of quality assurance protocols and manage results. Attends and presents data at required meetings. Troubleshoots problems and oversees special billing/collections concerns. Performs other duties as required.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: A bachelor's degree in business administration, accounting, healthcare administration or a related field. Five years of related healthcare experience, with three years in a supervisory or management capacity. Extensive knowledge of billing and reimbursement guidelines for governmental and third party payors, coding requirements, and compliance regulations. Proficient in MS Office applications, including Word and
