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Apply to Patient Account Representative(PAR)- Full Time- Business Office
Golden Plains Community Hospital is currently seeking a Patient Account Representative to work in our Business Office. The PAR assists patients and caregivers in making financial arrangements for patient care. Tracks collection efforts. Performs as a cashier, customer service, and file clerk. Starting rate is $13.49 without experience.
Position Qualifications:
- High School graduate or equivalent, preferred.
- Willing to obtain CRCS with AAHAM within the two years of employment, preferred.
- Heartsaver is required on the first day of employment.
- Typing and computer skills required.
- Ability to communicate; bilingual a plus.
- Optimum degree of responsibility for confidentiality.
- Willingness and ability to assume additional responsibilities.
Essential Job Functions:
- Patient Registration: Greet patients, complete admission paperwork, and enter accurate demographic and contact data into the electronic medical record (EMR) system.
- Insurance Verification: Verify active insurance eligibility, check benefits, and secure necessary prior authorizations or referrals before or during the visit.
- Financial Counseling: Explain co-pays, deductibles, and estimated out-of-pocket costs to patients. Set up structured payment plans or screen for financial assistance programs.
- Cash Handling: Collect co-pays, deductibles, or past-due balances at the time of service, write receipts, and reconcile daily cash drawers.
- Billing & Claims: Submit insurance claims, verify coverage, and process payments or refunds.
- Collections & Accounts Receivable (A/R): Follow up on unpaid claims, handle denied or underpaid accounts, and track overdue balances.
- Patient Communication: Answer billing questions, explain insurance benefits, and set up manageable payment plans.
- Account Resolution: Investigate billing errors, update chart information, and resolve account discrepancies with insurance providers.
GPCH is an equal opportunity provider, employer and lender
GPCH es un proveedor, empleador y prestador que ofrece igualda de oportunidades