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Insurance Follow-Up Specialist - Not a Remote Position

  • Job
    Full-time
    Junior Level
  • Accounting & Tax
    Healthcare
  • Jacksonville

AI generated summary

  • You need a high school diploma or equivalent and 2+ years of experience in a medical office, ideally in insurance collections and follow-ups.
  • You will review patient accounts, resolve billing issues, follow up with insurers, manage refunds, analyze EOBs, and maintain confidentiality while ensuring timely payments and accurate records.

Requirements

  • High School Diploma or Equivalent
  • Minimum of two years’ experience in a medical business office setting, preferably working with insurance collections and follow-ups

Responsibilities

  • Performs review of patient accounts to ensure accuracy and timely payment per protocol
  • Demonstrates the ability to deal with patients and insurance companies in a professional manner regarding sensitive financial matters and recapture unpaid balances
  • Receives and resolves patient billing complaints and questions; initiates adjustments as necessary; follows up on all zero payment explanations of benefits and exercises all options to obtain claim payments
  • Receives written requests for refunds; researches and requests funds appropriately
  • Responds to insurance companies request for information in a prompt and professional manner
  • Reviews EOBs to ensure proper reimbursement of claims and reports any problems, issues, or payer trends to supervisor
  • Interprets fee schedules and utilize to ensure proper payments
  • Prepares write-off requests with appropriate documentation and submits to supervisor
  • Works multiple A/R reports as provided by supervisor within specified timeframe
  • Requests necessary information from site. Follows up to assure receipt of information
  • Maintains confidentiality in regards to patient account status and the financial affairs of clinic/corporation
  • Attends seminars as needed
  • All other duties as assigned

FAQs

Do we support remote work?

No, this is not a remote position; it is located at our Central Business Office in Jacksonville, FL.

What kind of experience is required for this position?

A minimum of two years’ experience in a medical business office setting, preferably working with insurance collections and follow-ups, is required.

What educational qualification is needed for the Insurance Follow-Up Specialist role?

A High School Diploma or Equivalent is required for this position.

What are the key responsibilities of the Insurance Follow-Up Specialist?

Key responsibilities include reviewing patient accounts, resolving unpaid accounts, assisting patients with inquiries, interpreting EOBs, preparing write-off requests, and maintaining confidentiality regarding patient account status.

Where is the workplace located?

The workplace is located at 7751 Belfort Parkway, Jacksonville, FL 32256.

What benefits does the position offer?

The position offers a salary commensurate with experience and qualifications, but specific details about additional benefits are not provided in the job description.

Is there a possibility for career advancement in this position?

The job description does not specify career advancement opportunities, but attending seminars may offer ways to develop skills that could lead to advancement.

How does the company ensure confidentiality?

The Specialist is required to maintain confidentiality regarding patient account status and the financial affairs of the clinic/corporation.

What should a candidate do if they have billing complaints or questions?

The Insurance Follow-Up Specialist is responsible for receiving and resolving patient billing complaints and questions, so patients should reach out to this specialist for assistance.

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