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US Physical Therapy
Patient Account Representative
Entry-Level JobVerifiedNo experience needed
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What they do
A Registrar or Patient Service Representative provides direct assistance to patients at a health care or long term care facility. Answers questions and helps resolve complaints; provides liaison with health care providers; may assist with coordinating appointments or addressing billing or insurance issues.
$44,452 / year median in Michigan
+2% projected growth
Job Description
Company DescriptionU.S. Physical Therapy, Inc. ("USPh"), founded in 1990, is a publicly held company that operates 700+ outpatient physical and/or occupational therapy clinics in 44 states. As one of the largest publicly traded, pure-play operators of outpatient physical and occupational therapy clinics, we are currently experiencing an exhilarating period of growth. Our clinics provide pre-and post-operative care for various orthopedic-related disorders and sports-related injuries, rehabilitation of injured workers, and preventative care.
Job DescriptionIt is an exhilarating time of growth for USPh, and we are hiring a Patient Account Representative with strong technical ability and business acumen to join our expanding Big Rapids team. Your role will be critical in our billing and claims department, and you will be asked to facilitate procedural requirements, including data elements, insurance verification, authorization for services, and collections for all patient portions, including prior balances.
Research and resolve discrepancies in patient accounts.
Process payments and refunds.
Review and update patient insurance information.
Communicate with insurance companies to obtain prior authorizations and verify coverage.
Follow up on unpaid claims and denials.
Maintain accurate and up-to-date patient account information.
Provide excellent customer service to patients and healthcare providers.
Collaborate with other departments to improve processes and ensure timely reimbursement.
Maintain knowledge of current insurance regulations and coding requirements.
QualificationsHigh school diploma or equivalent required1-2 years of experience in medical billing and collections a plusKnowledge of medical billing and coding, insurance regulations, and healthcare reimbursement policies a plusStrong attention to detail and ability to work independentlyExcellent communication and customer service skillsProficient in Microsoft Office, Waystar, and other computer programs
Job DescriptionIt is an exhilarating time of growth for USPh, and we are hiring a Patient Account Representative with strong technical ability and business acumen to join our expanding Big Rapids team. Your role will be critical in our billing and claims department, and you will be asked to facilitate procedural requirements, including data elements, insurance verification, authorization for services, and collections for all patient portions, including prior balances.
Responsibilities:
Work closely with patients to resolve billing and payment issues.Research and resolve discrepancies in patient accounts.
Process payments and refunds.
Review and update patient insurance information.
Communicate with insurance companies to obtain prior authorizations and verify coverage.
Follow up on unpaid claims and denials.
Maintain accurate and up-to-date patient account information.
Provide excellent customer service to patients and healthcare providers.
Collaborate with other departments to improve processes and ensure timely reimbursement.
Maintain knowledge of current insurance regulations and coding requirements.
QualificationsHigh school diploma or equivalent required1-2 years of experience in medical billing and collections a plusKnowledge of medical billing and coding, insurance regulations, and healthcare reimbursement policies a plusStrong attention to detail and ability to work independentlyExcellent communication and customer service skillsProficient in Microsoft Office, Waystar, and other computer programs