Patient Account Representative I, Patient Financial Services, Full-time

Brooks Rehabilitation
Jacksonville, FL
Category Healthcare
Job Description
The Patient Account Representative I is responsible for following up on insurance and patient accounts to ensure timely reimbursement for services rendered, reviewing accounts receivable, resolving billing issues, and communicating with payers and patients to facilitate payment and account resolution.

Requirements

  • Perform follow-up on assigned accounts receivable to ensure timely reimbursement from insurance carriers and patients.
  • Review and resolve claim denials, rejections, and underpayments.
  • Contact insurance companies via phone, payer portals, or correspondence to determine claim status and payment issues.
  • Submit corrected claims, appeals, and supporting documentation as required.
  • Identify trends related to denials or payment delays and escalate concerns to leadership.
  • Work accounts within departmental productivity and quality standards.
  • Document all account activity clearly in the patient accounting system.
  • Collaborate with internal departments including coding, registration, and clinical teams to resolve billing discrepancies.
  • Ensure compliance with all federal, state, and payer billing regulations.
  • Assist with patient inquiries related to billing and insurance coverage when necessary.

Benefits

  • Competitive Pay
  • Comprehensive Benefits package
  • Vacation/Paid Time Off
  • Retirement Plan
  • Employee Discounts
  • Clinical Education and Professional Development Programs
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