Accounts Receivable Specialist

Company: Centerstone
Location: Bradenton
Posted on: November 22, 2021

Job Description:

At Centerstone, our mission is delivering care that changes people's lives. For over 60 years, Centerstone has been providing community-based behavioral healthcare, substance-abuse treatment and therapeutic foster care services across the U.S. We're committed to bringing passionate and customer experience-focused individuals to help us continue to provide the best care to our communities. If you think you're a good match to join our organization, please review the career opportunity below and submit your application. We look forward to hearing from you!Job Description:"Centerstone is currently requiring that all staff provide proof of a COVID-19 vaccination by October 1, 2021, for leadership positions, and November 1, 2021, for all other staff. Centerstone respects any decision that prospective applicants make regarding receiving a COVID-19 vaccine and will process requests for accommodations in accordance with applicable law."Position Summary: Accounts Receivable Specialist for medical provider with both facility and physician claims. Process denied claims, contact with insurance reps, and re-billing claims to insurance and patient account adjustments. Familiar with inpatient and outpatient payment methodology. Familiar with reimbursement methodology, including Medicare, Medicaid and Third Party Insurance.Minimum Qualifications: High school diploma or equivalent. Excellent data entry, organization and customer service skills. Minimum of at least two years' recent experience in Medical Billing and Accounts Receivable preferred.Preferred Qualification: Minimum of at least two years' recent experience in Medical Billing and Accounts Receivable preferred. Direct experience with Medicare & Medicaid. Medical office experience.Special Skills, Knowledge and Abilities: Direct experience with Medicare, Medicaid, and commercial payor billing and collectionsEssential Functions/Job Duties: Knowledge of CPT coding, ICD-9, Revenue Codes, and Authorizations. Knowledge in A/R collection practices, denials, and appeals. Maintains professional demeanor/excellent customer service skills and telephone etiquette. Computer literate/basic knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel. Ability to research account activity and recommend accounts for write-offs. Knowledge of Medicare, Medicaid, and third party insurance processing and EOB's. Problem solving skills/think independently.Work Environment/Physical Demands: This job operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines. This is largely a sedentary role; however, some filing is required. This would require the ability to lift files, open filing cabinets and bend or stand as necessary. Position Type, Expected Hours of Work and Travel: This is a full-time position, and the expected work hours are 40 hours per week, Monday - Friday - 8:30-5:00. Some early morning, evening and weekend hours when needed.Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.Time Type:Full timeDelivering Care that Changes People's Lives starts with our employees. As a Centerstone employee there are many perks to enjoy. Below are just some of the great benefits you might be eligible for with Centerstone.Health & WellnessMedical CoverageDental CoverageVision CoverageFlexible Spending AccountHealth Savings AccountShort Term DisabilityLong Term Disability - Company PaidWellness Programs - Company PaidFinancial WellbeingCompetitive Compensation PackagesLife Insurance - Company PaidAccidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance - Company Paid403b Retirement Plan with Company Funded MatchingRetirement and Financial Planning ServicesEmployee Discounts including Dell Computers, Verizon Wireless, Liberty Mutual, Costco, and Enterprise Rent-a-CarLoan Forgiveness options through federal programs (National Health Service Corps & Public Service Loan Forgiveness)Career Development and GrowthAt Centerstone training is one of our highest priorities. We provide company paid professional training for various skills, certifications, and continuing educationOpportunities for growth and movement - We encourage our employees to consider new growth opportunities with us and have a 5 state footprint for those looking to relocate geographicallyCenterstone Research Institute and Center for Clinical Excellence teach provide staff with industry best practices and processesWork Life BalancePaid Time Off - Generous PTO for Vacations, Illness, Personal Days, Etc. (Paid Holidays)Flexible Work Schedules to promote a Healthy Work Life BalanceEmployee Assistance Program - assists employees with personal problems and/or work-related problems that may impact their job performance, health, mental and emotional well-being Centerstone is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, gender, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, or protected veteran status. At Centerstone, we use our values as a guide for what we do. Respect, Expertise, Integrity and Empowerment are at the heart of every interaction at Centerstone, and particularly rooted in our beliefs toward diversity and inclusion. Our approach to diversity is simple-it's about embracing everyone. Together, we continue to develop an inclusive culture that encourages, supports and celebrates the diverse voices and experiences of our employees. It powers our innovation and connects us closer to each other, to our clients and the communities we serve. We strive to create a workplace that reflects the growing world around us, and where everyone feels empowered, safe and welcomed.

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