What are the responsibilities and job description for the Patient Account Representative position at UHS?
Patient Account Representative
Beaumont Behavioral Health (a UHS Facility)
A growing 144-bed behavioral health facility – Beaumont Behavioral Hospital provides a full continuum of inpatient services across the entire patient population, including specialty programs to serve adolescents, adults and older adults, and perform behavioral health assessments 24 hours a day. Additionally, programs for co-occurring behavioral health and substance use issues are offered to meet the unique needs of this patient population. The facility provides a robust outpatient program utilizing a combination of group, family and individual therapy.
For more information, please visit our website: https://beaumontbh.com/
Position Summary
Patient Account Representative (PAR) compiles all pertinent information on all admissions and discharges to reconcile computer records with the correct information. Patient Account Representative verifies insurance information with the third-party payer to obtain an accurate benefit quote. Follows up with billed entities to ensure payment. Must have experience with Medicare, Medicaid, Worker’s Compensation, and other Governmental Agencies/Payers. Patient Account Representative tracks and reports patient account information. PAR complies, prepares, and posts customer charges to be billed or re-billed to third party payers. The PAR follows up on all assigned accounts. as well as collect monies from patients in two ways: face-to-face and by telephone.
Benefit Highlights
- Challenging and rewarding work environment
- Competitive Compensation & Generous Paid Time Off
- Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Plans
- 401(K) with company match and discounted stock plan
- SoFi Student Loan Refinancing Program
- Career development opportunities within UHS and its 300 Subsidiaries!
- More information is available on our Benefits Guest Website: uhsguest.com
About Universal Health Services
One of the nation’s largest and most respected providers of hospital and healthcare services, Universal Health Services, Inc. (UHS) has built an impressive record of achievement and performance. During the year, UHS was again recognized as one of the World’s Most Admired Companies by Fortune; and listed in Forbes ranking of America’s Largest Public Companies. Operating acute care hospitals, behavioral health facilities, outpatient facilities and ambulatory care access points, an insurance offering, a physician network and various related services located all over the U.S. States, Washington, D.C., Puerto Rico and the United Kingdom. www.uhs.com
Qualifications
Education: High School diploma or GED along with one-year certificate in medical billing from a college or technical school; or minimum 1-year related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Experience: Medical billing experience required. Previous experience in a mental health facility preferred.
This individual must possess excellent verbal and written communication skills. Diplomacy and discretion are essential, as well as excellent organizational skills and the ability to prioritize multiple projects. Professional demeanor and appearance required.
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