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Insurance/Billing Collections Assistant II - Emergency Medicine (Remote)

Scheduled Hours

40

Position Summary

Performs patient registration and follow-up on insurance billing and collection activities, verifying the accuracy and completeness of insurance records, and claims, contacting insurance companies as well as other related duties to expedite payments from various payers for provider services. This position is remote. Employees working under a remote work arrangement may be expected to return on-site periodically for meetings or other events, to pick up equipment and materials, to meet other work requirements, or as otherwise required by their supervisors.

Job Description

Primary Duties & Responsibilities:

  • Performs insurance follow-up billing and collection duties on various financial classifications to ensure timely and accurate payment of physician charges.
  • Reviews patient accounts to verify the accuracy of information including insurance, eligibility, invoice resolution, correspondence, remittances, requests for additional information, or other appropriate handling.
  • Utilizes Epic, system tools, and payer websites for claim submission, claim status, attachments, eligibility, and authorization/referral inquiry. 
  • Consistently meets the Quality Assurance (QA) and meaningful efficiency standards of working invoices/accounts each day and follows best practices for one-touch resolution as established within the department.
  • Interacts with management and staff members to discuss issues.
  • Assists Physicians Billing Service with insurance claim questions.
  • Answers patient questions.
  • Performs other duties as assigned by the supervisor and/or manager.

Working Conditions:
Job Location/Working Conditions

  • Normal office environment


Physical Effort

  • Typically sitting at a desk or table


Equipment

  • Office equipment

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all job duties performed by the personnel so classified. Management reserves the right to revise or amend duties at any time.

Required Qualifications

Education:

High school diploma or equivalent high school certification or combination of education and/or experience.


Certifications:

No specific certification is required for this position.


Work Experience:

Bookkeeping/Accounting And/Or Medical Collection Setting (2 Years)


Skills:

Not Applicable


Driver's License:

A driver's license is not required for this position.

More About This Job

WashU seeks highly motivated individuals who are able to perform duties in a manner consistent with our core mission and guiding principles.

Preferred Qualifications

Education:

No additional education beyond what is stated in the Required Qualifications section.


Certifications:

No additional certification beyond what is stated in the Required Qualifications section.


Work Experience:

No additional work experience beyond what is stated in the Required Qualifications section.

Skills:

Claims Resolution, Collections Strategies, Communication, Computer Literacy, Confidential Data Handling, Epic EHR, Health Insurance Billing, Health Insurance Portability & Accountability Act (HIPAA), ICD-10 Procedure Coding System, Insurance Follow Up, Medical Billing and Coding, Medical Terminology, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Office Equipment, Telephone Communications

Grade

C06-H

Salary Range

$17.34 - $25.40 / Hourly

The salary range reflects base salaries paid for positions in a given job grade across the University. Individual rates within the range will be determined by factors including one's qualifications and performance, equity with others in the department, market rates for positions within the same grade and department budget.

Questions

For frequently asked questions about the application process, please refer to our External Applicant FAQ.

Accommodation

If you are unable to use our online application system and would like an accommodation, please email CandidateQuestions@wustl.edu or call the dedicated accommodation inquiry number at 314-935-1149 and leave a voicemail with the nature of your request.

All qualified individuals must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily and, if requested, reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their job, absent undue hardship.

Pre-Employment Screening

All external candidates receiving an offer for employment will be required to submit to pre-employment screening for this position. The screenings will include criminal background check and, as applicable for the position, other background checks, drug screen, an employment and education or licensure/certification verification, physical examination, certain vaccinations and/or governmental registry checks. All offers are contingent upon successful completion of required screening.

Benefits Statement

Personal

  • Up to 22 days of vacation, 10 recognized holidays, and sick time.

  • Competitive health insurance packages with priority appointments and lower copays/coinsurance.

  • Take advantage of our free Metro transit U-Pass for eligible employees.

  • WashU provides eligible employees with a defined contribution (403(b)) Retirement Savings Plan, which combines employee contributions and university contributions starting at 7%.

Wellness

  • Wellness challenges, annual health screenings, mental health resources, mindfulness programs and courses, employee assistance program (EAP), financial resources, access to dietitians, and more!

Family

  • We offer 4 weeks of caregiver leave to bond with your new child. Family care resources are also available for your continued childcare needs. Need adult care? We’ve got you covered.

  • WashU covers the cost of tuition for you and your family, including dependent undergraduate-level college tuition up to 100% at WashU and 40% elsewhere after seven years with us.

For policies, detailed benefits, and eligibility, please visit: https://hr.wustl.edu/benefits/

EEO/AA Statement

Washington University in St. Louis is committed to the principles and practices of equal employment opportunity and especially encourages applications by those from underrepresented groups. It is the University’s policy to provide equal opportunity and access to persons in all job titles without regard to race, ethnicity, color, national origin, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.

Diversity Statement

Washington University is dedicated to building a diverse community of individuals who are committed to contributing to an inclusive environment – fostering respect for all and welcoming individuals from diverse backgrounds, experiences and perspectives. Individuals with a commitment to these values are encouraged to apply.
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