PN Account Specialist II

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Fort Worth, TXtime type:
Full time posted on:
Posted 30+ Days Agojob requisition :
JR-114045
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* Location:

** Calmont Operations Building
** Department:
** CBO/PT Financial Services
** Shift:
** First Shift (United States of America)
** Standard Weekly

Hours:

** 40
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* Summary:

** The Account Specialist II, Insurance Follow-Up & Denials Management is responsible for all insurance follow-up responsibilities for Cook Children's Physician Network. Primary duties are follow-up, analysis, and resolution of outstanding insurance claims; initiation of the appeals process on behalf of CCPN providers. The Account Specialist II, Insurance Follow-Up & Denials Management will primarily be responsible for performing duties such as;

reimbursement analysis; provides the Manager, Insurance Follow-Up & Denials Management review, research, and resolution of claim denials with experience submitting appeals to various insurance companies while identifying payment trends in an effort to maximize collection; strong understanding of payer websites and appeal process by all payers including commercial and government payers including Tricare, Medicare, Medicaid, and Medicaid Managed care plans ;

monitors active accounts receivable for identification of potential problems; strong research and analytical skills; must be a critical thinker ; communicates effectively with patients, practice managers, physicians and others regarding collection of outstanding claims; maintains proper documentation and edits of work performed; and at all times maintains a professional demeanor to assure that patients are treated in an appropriate and compassionate manner.
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* Schedule:

** Mon-Fri, 7:30am-5:30pm    
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* Qualifications:

*** High School or equivalent required
* Intermediate knowledge of coding and medical terminology with understanding of diversified health insurance plans a plus
* At least 3 years' experience in a physician billing environment or at least two (2) years in the capacity of PN Account Specialist I, with proficiency in performance of duties evidenced by a minimum rating of meets expectations on the most recent Performance Review
* Understanding of managed care contracts, denials and payor methodology
* Extensive knowledge of healthcare third party reimbursement, variance and denial records
* Effective oral and written communication skills. Medical terminology preferred Prior experience with Epic Resolute Professional Billing preferred
** About Cook Children’s:
** Our not-for-profit organization is comprised of a flagship medical center in Fort Worth, Texas, a new medical center in Prosper, Texas, a physician network, home health company, surgery centers, health plan, health services, and health foundation. With more than 60 primary, specialty and urgent care locations throughout Texas, families can access our top-ranked specialty programs and network of services to meet the unique needs of their child.

Cook Children's is honored to continually receive recognition for our outstanding efforts and outcomes in pediatric health care.

At Cook Children's, we're more than a health care system––we're your friends, neighbors and even family members. And we're parents too, so we can see the world through your eyes. We see what you're going through––and how we can help you and your child get the best care and support possible.

Cook Children’s is an equal opportunity employer. As such, Cook Children’s offers equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, physical or mental disability, pregnancy, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other protected class in accordance with applicable federal laws. These opportunities include terms, conditions and privileges of employment, including but not limited to hiring, job placement, training, compensation, discipline, advancement and termination.locations:
Fort Worth, TXtime type:
Full time posted on:
Posted 30+ Days Ago Promise, a strong word with deep meaning that everyone understands—especially kids. This is the foundation of our organization and what drives us to blaze new trails in medical care, research, advanced technology, as well as programs and initiatives that benefit children who may not otherwise have access to quality health care. Every day our employees come to work with the intention of keeping our Promise.

It's the guiding principle that helps our patients and their families get better and stay healthy. As a member of our Cook Children's team, you can be an important part of making that happen.
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