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Insurance Billing/Collections Assistant II (Pre-Arrival Team/Remote) - Program in Physical Therapy

Billing SpecialistBilling SpecialistFull TimeRemoteMid LevelTeam 501-1,000

Location

United States

Posted

85 days ago

Salary

$17 - $25 / hour

Seniority

Mid Level

No structured requirement data.

Job Description

Insurance Billing/Collections Assistant II (Pre-Arrival Team/Remote) - Program in Physical Therapy

Washington University in St. Louis

Scheduled Hours 40 Position Summary This position works to complete insurance verification, examination and tracking of insurance authorizations, and validation of referral record accuracy. Enters demographic and insurance/referral information into necessary portions of the patient medical record. Performs varied professional services to ensure therapy services are reviewed and completed in an efficient manner. Ensures maximum reimbursement with all payers by securing necessary authorizations, completes insurance verifications, and updates Epic EMR database. Performs specialized duties with minimal supervision. Copying and faxing medical records as required. This position is remote, however, travel to on-site business location(s) is expected, as needed, for trainings and meetings. Job Description Primary Duties & Responsibilities: - Contacts necessary insurance companies for benefit verification and pre-certification of therapy procedures; notifies coding staff for missing, or inaccurate coded services. - Works with referring physician offices to provide updated orders. - Verifies ICD-10 diagnosis application with review of Epic database for follow-up visits. - Collects data for internal/external requests. - Stays abreast of coding changes. - Attends applicable meetings and reports results. - Obtains insurance information from patients and reviews medical record for accuracy. - Supplies all documentation required during pre-certification process to insurance companies. - Maintains open communication with providers and referring physicians. - Maintains written log of all pre-certifications in process. - Documents and notifies necessary parties of pre-certification when received. - Reviews, follow-ups, and reconciliation of pre-arrival, patient, and financial work queues as transpired. - Provides support to patient/office and pre-arrival processes when required. - Performs other duties as assigned. Working Conditions: Job Location/Working Conditions - Normal office environment. Physical Effort - Typically sitting at a desk or table. Equipment - Office equipment. The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all job duties performed by the personnel so classified. Management reserves the right to revise or amend duties at any time. Required Qualifications Education: High school diploma or equivalent high school certification or combination of education and/or experience. Certifications/Professional Licenses: No specific certification/professional license is required for this position. Work Experience: Bookkeeping/Accounting And/Or Medical Collection Setting (2 Years) Skills: Not Applicable Driver's License: A driver's license is not required for this position. More About This Job WashU seeks highly motivated individuals who are able to perform duties in a manner consistent with our core mission and guiding principles. Preferred Qualifications Education: No additional education unless stated elsewhere in the job posting. Certifications/Professional Licenses: No additional certification/professional licenses unless stated elsewhere in the job posting. Work Experience: No additional work experience unless stated elsewhere in the job posting. Skills: Clinical Practice, Communication, Confidential Data Handling, Confidentiality, Critical Thinking, Detail-Oriented, Epic Applications, ICD Coding, Insurance, Interpersonal Communication, Managed Care, Medical Billing and Coding, Medical Terminology, Microsoft Office, Multitasking, Office Equipment, Organizing, Teamwork, Telephone System, Third Party Payers, Working Independently, Written Communication Grade C06-H Salary Range $17.34 - $25.40 / Hourly The salary range reflects base salaries paid for positions in a given job grade across the University. Individual rates within the range will be determined by factors including one's qualifications and performance, equity with others in the department, market rates for positions within the same grade and department budget. Questions For frequently asked questions about the application process, please refer to our External Applicant FAQ. Accommodation If you are unable to use our online application system and would like an accommodation, please email CandidateQuestions@wustl.edu or call the dedicated accommodation inquiry number at 314-935-1149 and leave a voicemail with the nature of your request. All qualified individuals must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily and, if requested, reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their job, absent undue hardship. Pre-Employment Screening All external candidates receiving an offer for employment will be required to submit to pre-employment screening for this position. The screenings will include criminal background check and, as applicable for the position, other background checks, drug screen, an employment and education or licensure/certification verification, physical examination, certain vaccinations and/or governmental registry checks. All offers are contingent upon successful completion of required screening. Benefits Statement Personal - Up to 22 days of vacation, 10 recognized holidays, and sick time. - Competitive health insurance packages with priority appointments and lower copays/coinsurance. - Take advantage of our free Metro transit U-Pass for eligible employees. - WashU provides eligible employees with a defined contribution (403(b)) Retirement Savings Plan, which combines employee contributions and university contributions starting at 7%. Wellness - Wellness challenges, annual health screenings, mental health resources, mindfulness programs and courses, employee assistance program (EAP), financial resources, access to dietitians, and more! Family - We offer 4 weeks of caregiver leave to bond with your new child. Family care resources are also available for your continued childcare needs. Need adult care? We’ve got you covered. - WashU covers the cost of tuition for you and your family, including dependent undergraduate-level college tuition up to 100% at WashU and 40% elsewhere after seven years with us. For policies, detailed benefits, and eligibility, please visit: https://hr.wustl.edu/benefits/ EEO Statement Washington University in St. Louis is committed to the principles and practices of equal employment opportunity. It is the University’s policy to provide equal opportunity and access to persons in all job titles without regard to race, ethnicity, color, national origin, citizenship (where prohibited by federal law), age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.

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