Account Representative, Sr. develops relationships with mid-sized clients to increase revenue. Pursues relationships with potential new accounts and identifies business opportunities to upsell services/products to current and new businesses. Being an Account Representative, Sr. drives retention and growth among customers by understanding their business needs and helping them succeed. Has detailed knowledge of products and services offered and ensures that products and services consistently meet client needs. Additionally, Account Representative, Sr. maintains a cadence of communicating with customers to ensure client satisfaction and promote ongoing contract renewal. Advises internal teams on product and service improvements/suggestions based on client feedback. Provides sales quotes and responds to requests for proposals. Typically requires a bachelor's degree. Typically reports to a manager. The Account Representative, Sr. occasionally directed in several aspects of the work. Gaining exposure to some of the complex tasks within the job function. To be an Account Representative, Sr. typically requires 2-4 years of related experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
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Position Summary:
The patient account representative is responsible for the timely collection of third party and private pay receivables within regulatory guidelines.
Position Key Accountabilities:
1. Manage multiple work queues for follow-up and denials by engaging payor websites and initiate calls in order to ensure prompt payment of medical claims.
2. Reviews incoming correspondence and takes appropriate action. Responds promptly to inquiries.
3. Identifies denial trends and notifies Supervisor and/or Manager to prevent future denials and further delay in payments.
4. Pursues appeals and takes the necessary steps to bring accounts to resolution.
5. Analyzes accounts for errors, adjustments and credits, issuing corrected entries when necessary. Updates account information accordingly.
6. Communication documentation demonstrates clear action taken on each account as well as what further action is needed to capture payment. Work output is documented clearly, so that various departments involved in resolution can review the account.
7. Ability to meet departmental standard for quality and productivity.
8. Other duties as assigned.
Certification/Skills:
Basic knowledge of business office, patient billing, or collection/ reimbursement procedures in a healthcare setting; proficient in MS Office with emphasis in Excel, 10-key and math.
Minimum Education:
High School Diploma or equivalent
Minimum Experience:
Three years hospital/ medical collections experience with understanding of third party reimbursement procedures, as well as state and federal regulations governing healthcare.
Physical Requirements:
Exerts up to 20 pounds of force occasionally and/or up to 10 pounds frequently and/or a negligible amount constantly to move objects.
Security Sensitive:
This job class may contain positions that are security sensitive and thereby subject to the provisions of Texas Education Code § 51.215
Residency Requirement:
Employees must permanently reside and work in the State of Texas.