Revenue Cycle Representative II

Number of Positions In

Requisition

1

Job Details

The Payment Research Representative is responsible for proper handling and reconciliation of payments received throughout the Jefferson Revenue Cycle Enterprise. Working closely with Payment Representatives, Accounting and Finance, the Payment Research Rep will investigate and resolve issues impacting cash processing and reconciliation.

Job Description

The Payment Research Representative is responsible for proper handling and reconciliation of payments received throughout the Jefferson Revenue Cycle Enterprise. Working closely with Payment Representatives, Accounting and Finance, the Payment Research Rep will investigate and resolve issues impacting cash processing and reconciliation.

Job Duties

• Interacts with co-workers, visitors, and other staff consistent with the values of Jefferson.
• Identify and resolve payment issues through research and investigation. Review explanation of benefits to confirm payments were applied appropriately.
• Contact third party payors or view payor portals to obtain additional information as necessary.
• Utilize online payor portals, such as Navinet, for claims determination, eligibility, offset requests and appeals.
• Applies payment and adjustments to patient accounts per third party regulations, providing accurate accounts receivable and balance billing while meeting the department’s established productivity benchmarks.
• Interprets and validates transaction postings of payments and denials received from third party explanation of benefits either in the form of batched images or via electronic remittance posting work queues.
• Research over-posted or undistributed credit balances via credit work queues.
• Confirm that cash records are properly linked to associated payment batches prior to posting. Ensure that batches are posted, reconciled, closed and processed timely and accurately.
• Communicate possible system and reimbursement issues to the supervisor who will facilitate a review and analysis of the potential impact and confirm best course of action.
• Adhere to workflows and ensure quality assurance standards are maintained at all times.

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED
• Proficient in Windows 10 and Microsoft Office. Strong MS Excel and Access skills required.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team with minimal supervision
• Proficient in web tools and technology
• Knowledge of accounting ledgers and balance sheets
• Strong organizational and interpersonal skills; excellent verbal and written communication skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree Accounting, Finance or Business
• Knowledge of Epic
• EDI related experience
• Medical billing and or banking experience preferred

Physical Demands

Lift and carry 25 lbs. frequent sitting/standing, frequent keyboard use,
* patient care providers may be required to perform activities specific to their role including kneeling, bending, squatting and performing CPR.

Job Description Disclaimer:
This position description provides the major duties/responsibilities, requirements and working conditions for the position. It is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current position, however management reserves the right to revise or change as necessary to meet organizational needs. Other responsibilities may be assigned when circumstances require.

Work Shift

Workday Day (United States of America)

Worker Sub Type

Regular

Employee Entity

Albert Einstein Medical Center

Primary Location Address

60 Township Line Road, Elkins Park, Pennsylvania, United States of America

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