Cash Applications Specialist
Addus HomeCare, Frisco, TX, United States
This position is responsible for the timely and accurate posting of payments and adjustments in accordance with department guidelines and by following basic accounting principles.
Schedule: Remote - M-F 40 hours working hours negotiable on time zone
Benefits
Medical, Dental and Vision Benefits
PTO Plan
Retirement Planning
Life Insurance
ESSENTIAL DUTIES
Timely and accurately post a high volume of patient and insurance payments and adjustments and patient refunds via electronic file, paper remittances and credit cards
Reconciles all payments to the account, remittance, and batch on a daily basis and maintain balancing spreadsheets
Identifies issues with billing and coding and reimbursement related to payment reconciliation and communicate with supervisor
Provides billing guidance and support to the branch locations as related to questions about the application of payments
Offers input and maintains reporting requirements relative to cash applications spreadsheets
Maintains a high degree of confidentiality at all times due to access to sensitive information
Maintains regular, predictable, consistent attendance and is flexible to meet the needs of the department
Follows all Medicare, Medicaid, and HIPAA regulations and requirements
Abides by all regulations, policies, procedures and standards
Performs other duties as assigned
PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES
Maintains positive internal and external customer service relationships
Maintains open lines of communication
Plans and organizes work effectively and ensures its completion
Meets all productivity requirements
Demonstrates team behavior and promotes a team-oriented environment
Actively participates in Continuous Quality Improvement
Represents the organization professionally at all times
POSITION REQUIREMENTS & COMPETENCIES
High school diploma or GED
Two years of cash applications experience required, preferably in medical setting
Ability to read and interpret payor remittances
Ability to proficiently use a 10key
Computer Proficiency – MS Office
Excellent customer service and verbal/written communication skills
Ability to work independently and meet critical deadlines
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Schedule: Remote - M-F 40 hours working hours negotiable on time zone
Benefits
Medical, Dental and Vision Benefits
PTO Plan
Retirement Planning
Life Insurance
ESSENTIAL DUTIES
Timely and accurately post a high volume of patient and insurance payments and adjustments and patient refunds via electronic file, paper remittances and credit cards
Reconciles all payments to the account, remittance, and batch on a daily basis and maintain balancing spreadsheets
Identifies issues with billing and coding and reimbursement related to payment reconciliation and communicate with supervisor
Provides billing guidance and support to the branch locations as related to questions about the application of payments
Offers input and maintains reporting requirements relative to cash applications spreadsheets
Maintains a high degree of confidentiality at all times due to access to sensitive information
Maintains regular, predictable, consistent attendance and is flexible to meet the needs of the department
Follows all Medicare, Medicaid, and HIPAA regulations and requirements
Abides by all regulations, policies, procedures and standards
Performs other duties as assigned
PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES
Maintains positive internal and external customer service relationships
Maintains open lines of communication
Plans and organizes work effectively and ensures its completion
Meets all productivity requirements
Demonstrates team behavior and promotes a team-oriented environment
Actively participates in Continuous Quality Improvement
Represents the organization professionally at all times
POSITION REQUIREMENTS & COMPETENCIES
High school diploma or GED
Two years of cash applications experience required, preferably in medical setting
Ability to read and interpret payor remittances
Ability to proficiently use a 10key
Computer Proficiency – MS Office
Excellent customer service and verbal/written communication skills
Ability to work independently and meet critical deadlines
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