What are the responsibilities and job description for the Collections Specialist - Central position at Universal Health Services?
Job Description
Responsibilities
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. Growing steadily since its inception into an esteemed Fortune 500 corporation, annual revenues were $14.3 billion in 2023. 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.
Headquartered in King of Prussia, PA, UHS has approximately 96,700 employees and continues to grow through its subsidiaries. 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.
Atlantic Region CBO (uhs.com)
The Atlantic Region CBO is seeking a dynamic and talented Collection Specialist - Central.
The Collection Specialist is responsible for the follow up and resolution of patient and third party accounts receivable balances.
Knowledge of third party payer rules and regulations including Medicare, Medicaid, Blue Cross Blue Shield and medical terminology. Develops strong working relationships with major payers to assure timely resolution of claims processing issues. The ability to communicate clearly and concisely both verbally and in writing. Customer focused, providing service consistently exceeding expectations to both internal and external customers. Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, collection tactics and negotiation skills. Ability to prioritize needs and to manage resources. Can perform basic mathematical calculations and balance and recognize figures.
Key Responsibilities include:
Perform follow up activities on accounts to ensure prompt payment
Identify coding or billing errors from EOBs and work to correct them
Update the patient account record to identify actions taken
Adhere to all HIPAA guidelines as well as various policies and guidelines
Identify trends, and carrier issues relating to billing and reimbursements. Report findings to Team Lead and/or Supervisor
Pursue and participate in education to remain current with changes in the Healthcare industry
Organize and prioritize tasks to meet deadlines
Contribute to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed
Assist with increasing cash flow by decreasing our Account Receivables aging account
Promote effective working relations and work effectively as part of a team to facilitate the department’s ability to meet its goals and objectives
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: benefits.uhsguest.com
Contact Information:
Nicole Baez
HR Coordinator/Recruiter
Nicole.baezRojas@uhsinc.com
Qualifications
Position Requirements:
Minimum 1 year of experience in an office setting highly preferred
Knowledge of managed care payers and medical terminology is preferred
Ability to learn quickly, build and maintain long term relationships and work with minimal supervision
Detail-oriented with the ability to work on multiple, competing, priorities
Proficient in Microsoft Office and Windows products.
Strong written and verbal communication skills; strong analytical, organizational and time management skills required
Gathers and analyzes information skillfully
Salary : $40,000 - $58,000