Accounts Receivable Analyst

This is a contract to hire- 3 months as contract then convert to perm for a Process Analyst onsite in Phoenix, AZ- must live in Phoenix area currently

. Once converted there will be some opportunity for remote.

No corp to Corp, H1B and No sponsorship. No outside vendors- do no reach out.

Must pass background and drug screen

AR Process Analyst

Onsite during contract (Phoenix Az)

Shift Requirement: M-F, Hours can vary.

No degree required, but 1-2 medical billing experience is required.

Goal oriented individual who consistently follows up on unpaid claims utilizing AlphaCollector and filing appeals when appropriate to obtain maximum reimbursement.

Essential Job Responsibilities:

• Analyze claims for assigned payor sources and follow up on all outstanding claims.

• Provide research information for claims designated on the critical accounts list, comments required monthly, prior to Critical Account calls.

• Provide research comments on Monthly Allowance tracking for ?365 days each month

• Rebill claims for any outstanding AR that is collectible.

• Provide detail comments in AlphaCollector, including payment date if applicable.

• Field questions throughout the month regarding revenue and aging issues.

• Maintain open communication.

• Process cash transfer & check requests to processor

• Timely follow up on insurance claim denials.

• Reading and interpreting insurance explanation of benefits/remits

• Respond to inquiries from insurance companies, patients, and providers.

• Regularly attend monthly staff meetings and continuing educational sessions as requested.

• Perform additional duties as requested by Supervisor or Management team.

Measurement: DSO, accounts worked per month (productivity), AR?30 days, cash collections @ 98% or higher of prior month revenue.

Experience: At least 2 years long term healthcare collections, private insurance and/or federally funded programs, researching agings and claims preferred. Experience in reading and understanding remits (explanation of benefits) for denial reasons and resolution.

• Computer experience is essential, including, but not limited to Excel spreadsheets, Outlook, Microsoft Teams.

• Excellent customer service skills.

• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

• Ability to manage relationships with various Insurance payers.

• Experience in filing claim appeals with insurance companies to ensure maximum entitled reimbursement.

• Responsible use of confidential information and HIPAA policies.

• Perform to company standards of compliance with policies and procedures.

• Ability to multi-task and work courteously and respectfully with fellow employees, clients, and patients.

Qualifications: Must comply with HIPPA regulations. Must have strong/professional communication skills (email and phone). Attention to detail. Must be able to prioritize demands of the job duties. Must understand conditions of payment. Must have strong Microsoft Excel skills. Self-starter and ability to work independently and as part of a team. Candidate must have the capacity to show practicality, wisdom, and good sense.

Education: Minimum High School diploma or equivalent, associate degree or higher preferred