Nursing Education Coordinator - Home Care jobs in Lansing, MI

The Account Coordinator is responsible for the processing and maintenance of patient billing, patient trust accounts, file management, and collection of patient bills.

• Process inpatient/outpatient charges, posting, billing and collections, ensuring all policies and procedures are complied with.

• Screen and review applicants to determine patient billing coverage and whether patient benefits are exhausted.

• Ensure that accurate and timely billing is completed and follow established controls to ensure appropriate submission.

• Scan checks, make deposits, and post and balance cash.

• Submit guardianship requests to legal, as needed and upon approval.

• Assist with billing for Medicare, Medicaid, Private Medical Insurance, and HMO’s, and assist with completing Medicaid applications.

• Work closely with inter-disciplinary teams to perform a monthly triple check to ensure that all coding in the system is accurate.

• Monitor billing and collections, assuring that proper accounting procedures are in place and records are maintained in compliance with state and federal regulations.

• Speak with guests and families about out-of-pocket costs, and provide EPIC customer service at all times.

• Keep current on reimbursement billing procedures of third party and private insurance payers.

• Provide information to home office and external auditors and coordinate preparation of departmental financial reports.

• Verify resident trust receipts and balance resident trusts monthly.

• Ensure that Accounts Payable has accurate payer source and/or insurance information for billing purposes.

• Maintain confidential patient records.

• Competitive wages

• Yearly Wage Increases

• Medical – no deductible or co-pay

• Dental & Vision

• Generous Paid Time Off

• Holiday Pay

• Career path opportunities

• Tuition Reimbursement

• Company paid Short Term Disability & Life Insurance

• Unlimited Referral Bonuses up to $1500 each

• 401k with employer match

• 8 hour shifts

• Full Time

• Day Shifts

• Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration or Accounting or equivalent combination of education and experience.

• 3 years of related experience, including previous billing and collections experience.

• Excellent verbal and written English communication skills, including demonstrated ability to interact effectively with residents, physicians, visitors, and all facility personnel.

• Strong computer skills; experience with electronic billing systems and medical records preferred.

• Good organizational skills, must be detail-oriented, with proven ability to meet deadlines.

• Must be able to maintain the highest standards of integrity and confidentiality regarding patient information and records.

• Strong knowledge of insurance guidelines, medical terminology, and HIPAA compliance guidelines.