Accounts Receivable Specialist (Oral Surgery)
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Job overview
HighFive Healthcare is hiring an Accounts Receivable Specialist (Oral Surgery). The Accounts Receivable Specialist manages Mobile Oral and Facial Surgery's insurance accounts receivable process, ensuring timely claim submission, following up on unpaid or denied claims, and collaborating with payors and patients to resolve billing discrepancies while maintaining compliance with industry standards.
Key focus areas include Investigate, appeal, and resolve denied or rejected claims by insurance payors, Review and assess Explanation of Benefits at the claim level to determine issues, and Determine root cause of billing or claim submission issues to prevent recurrence.
Important skills include Surgery, Compliance, Appeals, Oral Surgery Billing, Medical Insurance Plans Knowledge, and Billing Procedures Knowledge. Preferred (not required): Attention to Detail, HIPAA, EHR, and Financial Statements.
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Full job description
Description
The Accounts Receivable Specialist is responsible for managing Mobile Oral and Facial Surgery's insurance accounts receivable process. This role involves the timely and accurate submission of claims, following up on unpaid and denied claims, and working with insurance companies. The accounts receivable representative will also work closely with healthcare payors or patients to resolve any billing discrepancies or issues.
Responsibilities
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Investigate, appeal, and resolve denied or rejected claims by insurance payors. Work with insurance companies to clarify discrepancies and ensure proper reimbursement.
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Review and assess Explanation of Benefits (EOBs) at the claim level to determine issues.
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Determine root cause of any billing related or claim submission issues to prevent recurrence.
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Make corrections to claims based on denials and rebill utilizing standardized process and procedures.
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Follow up with unresolved claims through system resources, clearinghouse, payer portal or call to the payor, when necessary.
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Assess whether an appeal is required for a claim denial. Track appeals to ensure timely payment and resolution.
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Spot recurring patterns in denials and report them to management for further analysis and action.
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Effectively communicate both verbally and in writing with team members, payors, patients, and other relevant parties.
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Keep up to date with internal processes, industry standards, and government regulations relevant to denial management to ensure compliance and best practices.
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Participate in or take on special projects or additional duties as required by the team or management.
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Meet or exceed required accounts per day to meet provider’s expectations. Requirements
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Oral Surgery billing experience required.
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High school diploma or equivalent; associate or bachelor’s degree in healthcare, business, or a related field preferred.
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Minimum of 2 years of experience in healthcare billing and accounts receivable.
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Knowledge of medical insurance plans, billing procedures, and healthcare reimbursement processes.
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Proficiency with Electronic Health Record (EHR) systems and billing software.
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Dental billing experience preferred but not required.
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Working knowledge of excel and system workflows.
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Prior experience with mid or large-scale healthcare business office of 100 or more providers preferred.
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Strong attention to detail with the ability to accurately review and process claims.
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Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.
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Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
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Knowledge of HIPAA and other healthcare compliance regulations. Perks and Benefits
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Medical, dental, and vision insurance
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Life insurance
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Short and long-term disability
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Paid time off
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401(k) retirement plan with company match
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