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AR Specialist

Accounts ReceivableAccounts ReceivableFull TimeRemoteMid LevelTeam 201-500

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88 days ago

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AR Specialist

Tennessee Orthopaedic Alliance

Description *** WORK AT HOME*** Tennessee Orthopaedic Alliance is the largest orthopaedic surgery group in Tennessee. TOA concentrates on diagnosing and treating disorders and injuries of the musculoskeletal system, allowing our patients to live their best lives. Ninety-plus years later, we are advancing the practice of orthopaedic surgery throughout the state. There are several reasons why TOA is an employer of choice; here are a few of them: - Stability -TOA has been in Middle Tennessee since 1926 and has expanded to over 20+ locations across the state! - Impact -TOA's team members use our careers — whether in our clinics or our business office — to make a positive difference in the community by building relationships and helping patients live their best lives. - Work Environment -The TOA team focuses on fostering an excellent working environment; one of positivity, collaboration, job satisfaction, and engagement. - Total Rewards -TOA offers a comprehensive suite of benefits, including Medical, Dental, Paid Time Off, and more. Our 401(k) plan provides a company match, safe harbor match and profit-sharing match to go along with your contributions. JOB SUMMARY The AR Specialist is an essential part of the TOA Central Business Office. As an AR Specialist, you will use your analytical, financial, and customer service skills to ensure that TOA claims filed to an insurance payer are processed accurately and in a timely manner. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES - Promptly identify any errors or other issues in claims processing. - Effectively following up on any unpaid balances. - Expeditiously bring any remaining balance to resolution. - Meet quality assurance and productivity standards by identifying and reconciling insurance balance accounts. - Identify denial trends and provide potential solutions while analyzing patient accounts utilizing our EPM system – Nextgen to determine appropriate action. - Review explanations of benefits details on denials. - Communicate with insurance payer representatives, patients, and TOA staff to ensure timely and accurate resolution of account transactions. This would include Commercial plans, Medicare/Medicare HMO plans, Medicaid/Medicaid HMO plans, and BCBSTN. - Prioritize assigned accounts to maximize aged accounts receivable resolution. - Review the explanation of benefit (EOB) documentation and notate accounts on collection activity to perform account resolution. - Operate within established guidelines and protocols, including providing backup documentation for our accounting and audit functions. - Collaborate closely with the Central Business Office, clinical colleagues, and administrative teammates to develop a cohesive, high-performing team. - Adhere to HIPAA and OSHA safety guidelines. Requirements - Exceptional customer service and patient focus. - Knowledge of Insurance – particularly coordination of benefit rules and denial overturns are essential to this position. - Knowledge of administrative and clerical procedures. - Accustomed to using mostly payer websites for appeals/reconsiderations, medical records attachments, verification of benefits, and/or web-based claims follow-up. - Ability to communicate and work as a team. - Demonstrated proficiency with Microsoft Office programs such as Excel, Word, and Outlook. - At least 3 years insurance collections experience. - Experience using NextGen. - Orthopaedic specialty experience. - Fluency in English is required; Fluency in a second language is a plus. WORKING CONDITIONS TOA fosters an excellent working environment of positivity, collaboration, job satisfaction, and engagement. AR Specialist will be assigned to work in TOA’s Central Business Office at an assigned cubicle in a call center environment and from home occasionally. The department experiences high volume, and as a result, it has associated stressors that conflict with a fast-paced environment. The noise level in the work environment is moderate to loud, with other staff members answering phones and collaborating. Regularly sit while working on the computer; use hands and fingers to handle, control, or feel objects, too, ls commands; repeat the same movements when entering data; speak clearly so listeners can understand; understand the speech of another person; ability to differentiate between colors, shades, and brightness; read from a computer screen for extended periods time. Frequently stand and walk around the office to gather supplies, use office equipment, or collaborate with employees or patients. Occasionally stand, stoop, and lift or move objects, equipment, and supplies weighing approximately 20-25 pounds up to 40-50 pounds. ***TOA is an equal opportunity employer. TOA conducts drug screens and background checks on applicants who accept employment offers.***

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