Manage the activities of employees and vendors to ensure adherence to CRMC standards Monitor and track staff productivity and quality to collect cash and resolve Accounts Receivables Provide continued education to staff with regards to healthcare reform, payer updates, and system upgrades Work collaboratively with the Senior AR Systems Manager and Director to meet departmental goals and objectives Works with other Revenue Cycle Departments, such as Care Management, the CFO, HIM, Finance, Patient Access, or others within Revenue Cycle Assist Senior and Executive Management in the successful development and execution of CRMC strategies to support CRMC's mission and goals Manage all aspects of insurance account follow up for approximately 40,000 accounts for $200 million in accounts receivable Review, monitor, and validate staff or vendor-initiated adjustments for certain dollar thresholds Collaborate with the Director of Patient Financial Services to assign goals for the Insurance Follow-up and Denials management Monitor levels of productivity for each specific individual through productivity, quality, and AR aging reports Review of ATB and Work Ques Management, adjusting and conducting Quality Reviews to optimize operations and workflows, for maximizing revenue and adjustments Month End Reporting to capture and consolidate issues and trends recording for Finance Monitor daily volumes and statistics for incoming phone calls, website usage and system notes Monitor and maintain strict compliance with Medicare and Medicaid Quarterly Credit Balance Reporting Prioritize all work for the Follow-up and Denial areas to meet the goals as assigned via the Leadership systems and in other IT systems Always strive for excellence in the resolution of all claims and ensure that all regulations are followed for compliance Attends as an expert witness for Bad Debt and Court Cases (affidavits) in legal instances Liaison for current Vendors, EPIC, and systems operations Exercise quality judgment in handling of patient questions or complaints, physician requests/contacts, and internal interaction with other hospital departments or vendors Resolve patient complaints, vendor relations, charging issues, and interdepartmental concerns in a timely and professional manner Incorporate all new programs and procedures into the routine of the department, and keep the employees and stakeholders aware of all changes Oversee the training and orientation of all new employees and vendors within the department Prepare daily, weekly, and monthly reports that track the progress of the department's follow up, denials and customer service Understand and use the department computer systems in an effective and proficient manner Actively participate in service recovery and customer service activities to ensure a superior customer contact Adhere to CRMC's confidentiality policy for all information related to patients, family and friends, hospital employees, physicians, and clients Maintain effective interdepartmental communication Conduct employee interviews/employment recommendations Maintain employee scheduling/general staffing Complete time and attendance records/payroll discrepancies Conduct and monitor employee annual performance evaluation/in-service/competency testing/disciplinary action Complete other duties as assigned by the Director of Patient Financial Services or CFO Consistently demonstrate excellent techniques in work performance through quality assurance reviews Demonstrate knowledge of contract terms for insurance carriers and vendors Stay current with insurance program changes and offer suggestions to ensure the efficient running of the department Attend required departmental and hospital-wide orientations, meetings, and in-services Demonstrate a commitment to flexible work scheduling when necessary to ensure patient care 5+ years in an acute care setting with extensive background in billing and follow up This position is responsible for revenue cycle operations specifically for Home Health and Hospice services. Candidates must have prior experience in Home Health/Hospice billing, collections, and payer relations Bachelors or better in Health Administration or related field. Certified Revenue Special Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.