Insurance Billing / Collections Assistant II (Hybrid) - Physician Billing Service

Scheduled Hours

40

Position Summary

Performs follow-up on insurance billing and collection activities, verifying the accuracy and completeness of insurance records, and claims, contacting insurance companies, as well as, other related duties to expedite payments from various payers for physician services.

Job Description

Primary Duties & Responsibilities :

• Performs insurance follow-up billing and collection duties on various financial classifications to ensure timely and accurate payment of physician charges.
• Reviews patient accounts to verify the accuracy of information including insurance, eligibility, invoice resolution, correspondence, remittances, requests for additional information, or other appropriate handling.
• Utilizes Epic, system tools, and payer websites for claim submission, claim status, attachments, eligibility, and authorization / referral inquiry.
• Consistently meets the Quality Assurance (QA) and meaningful efficiency standards of working invoices / accounts each day and follows best practices for one-touch resolution as established within the department.
• Interacts with management and staff members to discuss issues.
• Performs other duties as assigned by the supervisor and / or manager.

Working Conditions : Job Location / Working Conditions :

Physical Effort :

Equipment :

Required Qualifications

Education : High school diploma or equivalent high school certification or combination of education and / or experience.

Certifications : No specific certification is required for this position.

Work Experience : Bookkeeping / Accounting And / Or Medical Collection Setting (2 Years)

Skills : Not Applicable

Driver's License : A driver's license is not required for this position.

More About This Job

WashU seeks highly motivated individuals who are able to perform duties in a manner consistent with our core mission and guiding principles.

Preferred Qualifications

Education : No additional education beyond what is stated in the Required Qualifications section.

Certifications : No additional certification beyond what is stated in the Required Qualifications section.

Work Experience : No additional work experience beyond what is stated in the Required Qualifications section.

Skills : Collections Strategies, Communication, Computer Literacy, Confidential Data Handling, Medical Terminology, Office Equipment, Telephone System

Grade

C06-H

Salary Range

$17.34 - $25.40 / Hourly

Accommodation

If you are unable to use our online application system and would like an accommodation, please email CandidateQuestions@wustl.edu or call the dedicated accommodation inquiry number at 314-935-1149 and leave a voicemail with the nature of your request.

Pre-Employment Screening

All external candidates receiving an offer for employment will be required to submit to pre-employment screening for this position. The screenings will include criminal background check and, as applicable for the position, other background checks, drug screen, an employment and education or licensure / certification verification, physical examination, certain vaccinations and / or governmental registry checks. All offers are contingent upon successful completion of required screening.

Benefits Statement

Personal

Wellness

Family

EEO Statement

Washington University in St. Louis is committed to the principles and practices of equal employment opportunity and especially encourages applications by those from underrepresented groups. It is the University's policy to provide equal opportunity and access to persons in all job titles without regard to race, ethnicity, color, national origin, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information. Washington University is dedicated to building a community of individuals who are committed to contributing to an inclusive environment fostering respect for all and welcoming individuals from diverse backgrounds, experiences and perspectives. Individuals with a commitment to these values are encouraged to apply.