BILLER​/COLLECTOR

Responsibilities

Laurel Heights Hospital located in Atlanta Georgia has a full-time BILLER/COLLECTOR
. Laurel Heights Hospital is an intensive Residential Treatment/Acute and Autism Spectrum Disorders Program for children and adolescents. We serve and treat severe and complex psychiatric and behavioral difficulties and co-occurring psychiatric issues. EOE.

• Full comprehensive benefits package offered to full-time employees including health, vision, dental, life, retirement, short-term/long-term disability, and supplemental insurance.
• Employee assistance program and employee Perks network included.
• Full-time hours (40/week) guaranteed!

Bachelor’s degree in business or finance preferred or equivalent experience. Minimum of two (2) years’ experience in accounts receivable and business office functions preferred, including experience with insurance companies and a working knowledge of insurance terms, rates, policies and reimbursement procedures preferred. Previous work in a hospital business office or UR experience preferred. Have the ability to deal with diverse and stress related situations in a calm manner.

Must be detail oriented and highly accurate. Effective oral and written communication and guest relation’s skills required. Must have good organizational and computer technical skills and have the ability to set priorities. Prefer knowledge of psychiatric care, utilization review, insurance reimbursement procedures, DSM‑IV, etc. Organizes and conducts business offices operations in accordance with facility standards. Implements procedures for filing reimbursement claims and follow up.

Maintains proper documentation with regard to cash receipts, revenue, census, bad debt, and contractual and administrative adjustments. Negotiates contracts with potential funding sources as requested. Verifies financial coverage of all patients after admission and coordinates initial financial contract if not done at the time of admission. Prepares and distributes all reports as required by facility and corporate policy. Serves as liaison for patients and hospital with insurance companies.

Has a working knowledge of all levels of care offered and appropriately manages patient benefits. Participates in the patient discharge process.