• Handle high volume of inbound calls from patients, patient representatives, attorneys, and insurance companies • Accurately identify caller’s needs and resolve inquiries in a timely and accurate manner • Research and document billing issues by following documented standard work policies, procedures and department resources effectively • Utilize escalation protocols when necessary to address complex accounts • Communicate USACS billing policies clearly as they relate to patient accounts • Identify billing concerns and issues; and take proactive steps to minimize negative impacts to the patient, department, and/or company • Maintain strict confidentiality and professionalism in compliance with HIPAA and USACS Code of Conduct, House Rules, Missions, and Values • Performs various duties including but not limited to: research accounts, processing payments/adjustments, and processing incoming correspondence from patients, attorneys, insurance companies, etc.

• Pre-register and financially clear patients scheduled for services • Verify demographics and insurance eligibility • Create patient estimates and review prior balances • Communicate and educate patients on insurance benefits • Collect patient responsibility and develop payment plans

• Greet patients and verify patient identity in a prompt, courteous, and professional manner • Manage incoming phone calls and respond to patient inquiries effectively • Perform patient check-in, check-out, and appointment scheduling activities • Create and maintain patient records within Epic and other electronic health record systems • Process mail, scanning, RightFax documentation, copying, and other administrative tasks • Maintain accurate electronic health records and ensure chart accuracy • Balance and reconcile cash drawers daily according to established procedures • Demonstrate working knowledge of office and clinic equipment, including computers, scanners, fax machines, copiers, calculators, and credit card processing equipment • Review department communications promptly and actively participate in team meetings and process improvement initiatives • Support the implementation of new Epic enhancements and workflow changes • Maintain a safe, clean, and welcoming environment while following Infection Control Guidelines • Adhere to Mercy safety policies and report incidents according to established procedures • Protect patient confidentiality and comply with all privacy and security requirements • Perform additional duties and special projects as assigned

• The Patient Services Rep communicates with patients and staff using multiple advanced communication tools, including phone calls, online chats, emails, faxes or mail. • Answers and resolves patient inquires, in a professional, empathetic and patient-centered way, through the use of effective listening, written and verbal communication skills. • Utilizes established Practice guidelines to ensure patients issues are addressed in a timely manner and when necessary, transfers the call to the appropriate person at the Practice for additional consultation. • Uses a computerized scheduling system to schedule/reschedules appointments determining the right amount of time required for each patient appointment. • Provides accurate and detailed information and updates patients’ records, using Epic. • Provides detailed confirmation to the patient detailing where and when the appointment is, providing directions as needed, providing applicable and language specific home instructions as well as instructions for any required labs or imaging. • Identifies opportunities to improve the work processes and environment, and changes in Practice protocols; remains current on new developments in health care. • Escalates appropriately any issues that fall outside of an existing protocol or process to meet the needs of the patient. • Attends scheduled training sessions for phone support, customer service, systems upgrades, newly acquired clinical systems, additional practices or other relevant training sessions, as directed by manager. • Assists in the training/orientation of new personnel under the direction of a manager and/or supervisor. • Participates in staff meetings/is expected to identify process issues that are obstacles to providing a positive patient experience.