A medical office receptionist performs numerous functions such as clerical, reception, scheduling and
patient financial account management in a health care setting.
Improved profit by managing
patient financial accounting procedures, overtime, and collections.
Not exact matches
In focus groups, he found that many
patients still weren't entirely clear on the implications of certain
financial arrangements after hours of discussion, and he worries that even simple statements might not be understood or taken into
account properly when
patients are deciding whether or not to participate in a clinical trial.
Utilize a multi-dimensional framework that takes into
account the
patients» lifestyle factors (including emotional state,
financial and socioeconomic influences and readiness - to - change assessment), physiological systems, signs and symptoms, sources of stress, nutrition focused physical findings, core clinical imbalances, labs, and dietary patterns in the assessment and planning of the nutrition care process.
Joint ONIWG / OFL report details problems with WSIB practices identified by a growing number of health professionals who see the Board ignoring their opinions on recommended treatment for their
patients — with adverse emotional and
financial consequences (as illustrated by
accounts of injured workers» experiences).
Similarly, we do not stipulate that such disclosure may be made only once a
patient has presented a check or credit card, because some covered entities hire
financial institutions to perform services such as management of
accounts receivables and other back office functions.
The company argued that inclusion of diagnostic and treatment information in the data transmitted in claims processing was necessary for comprehensive and efficient integration in the provider's
patient accounting system of data corresponding with payment that
financial institutions credit to the provider's
account.
Maintains
patient accounts by obtaining, recording, and updating personal and
financial information
Maintains
patient accounts by obtaining, recording, and updating and personal and
financial information
Worked as a medical assistant; responsible for keeping
patients» medical and family history; responsible for handling laboratory equipments; helped physicians in examining and treating
patients; handled all office administration; handling and answering external phone calls; responsible for scheduling meetings and appointments; looked after data entry tasks; maintained
financial records and performed
accounting tasks
Maintain
patient accounts by obtaining, recording, and updating personal and
financial information.
Key responsibilities of a
Patient Financial Counselor include communicating with patients, documenting payment information, informing patients on payment options, updating patient accounts, and processing insurance company
Patient Financial Counselor include communicating with
patients, documenting payment information, informing
patients on payment options, updating
patient accounts, and processing insurance company
patient accounts, and processing insurance company forms.
Identify and work to minimize potential
financial risk of
patient accounts through working daily time of service reports.
Maintains
patient accounts and obtains revenue by obtaining, recording, and updating personal and
financial information; recording and collecting
patient charges; controlling credit extended to
patients; filing, collecting, and expediting third - party claims.
Core Competencies Health Care Administration • Strategic Planning • Corporate Finance •
Patient Financial Plans • Client Care and Relations • Finance &
Accounting •
Patient Financial Assistance • Customer Service
Other duties include maintaining office
accounts receivable information, making
financial arrangements with
patients before treatments and ordering office and administrative supplies.
Responsible for reviewing
patient accounts for
financial activities.
• Perform front office services, billing, collections,
accounts receivable and
financial planning for
patients.
• In depth knowledge of verifying billing
accounts and verifying and correcting discrepancies • Strong background in facilitating prompt payments of invoices • Hands on experience in generating
financial statements and reports in order to detail the status of
accounts receivables • Proficient in soliciting payments from delinquent
accounts by employing workable follow - up procedures • Considerable knowledge of evaluating
patients»
financial statuses and designing appropriate budget plans • Functional knowhow of reconciliation of clients»
accounts on a periodic basis • Well versed in handling complex billing structures • Proven ability to interpret billing data and use it to make cost effective decisions • Familiar with popular
accounting software such as Deltek • Working knowledge of ICD - 9, CPT and HCPCS • Sound knowledge base of medical terminology and its usage in billing terms • Demonstrated ability to work in a dynamic billing environment prone to detail orientation • Capability of handling billing discrepancies in accordance to the rules and regulations of the organization • Comprehensive understanding of the protocols governing medical billing procedures • Able to build and maintain rapport with
patients and insurance company personnel • Substantial knowledge of Medicare and Medicaid policies • Keen knowhow of medical billing and collection practices • Particularly effective in third party operating systems and basic medical coding procedures
• Greeting
patients, families and visitors warmly • Registering
patients into computer system perfectly and efficiently to insure database integrity and ease of claims processing • Applying
financial screening procedures to assure collectable
accounts
• Complete focus on reviewing
patients» bills for exactitude and integrity before punching correlating information it into the system • Demonstrated expertise in handling billing discrepancies by constantly checking and rechecking data • Inherent ability to effectively follow - up on
patient copays and insurance companies to ensure timely payments • Qualified to evaluate
patients»
financial standing and establish payment plans accordingly, especially for delinquent
accounts
Skills in
accounting and billing will also be necessary as the assistant may be responsible for
patient billing and keeping
financial records for the physicians office.
The
Financial Services Associate performs varied clerical
accounting skills associated with
patient accounts and insurance billing.
You will learn about electronic health records, medical insurance claims,
patient data entry, billing and standard
financial accounting reports.
Direct overall operations, full administration, and development of programs and services that support revenue cycle initiatives; scheduling, registration,
financial counseling, POS collections efforts, technical and professional billings, denials management, charge master maintenance,
patient accounting and eligibility systems.
Provided sound
financial counseling for
patients that did not meet deductibles, had current past due or delinquent
account balances.
Banner Health Care, Glendale • AZ 2008 — 2010
Patient Financial Services Representative Provided financial counseling for collections candidates and reviewed all account information that optimized collections efforts and successfully increased reimbursement and compliance with all past due or delinquent
Financial Services Representative Provided
financial counseling for collections candidates and reviewed all account information that optimized collections efforts and successfully increased reimbursement and compliance with all past due or delinquent
financial counseling for collections candidates and reviewed all
account information that optimized collections efforts and successfully increased reimbursement and compliance with all past due or delinquent
accounts.
Professional Duties & Responsibilities Supervised administrative support team ensuring effective and efficient operations Trained new staff members in daily operations, billing, and company policies Oversaw all
financial records, bookkeeping, and
accounts payable / receivable Responsible for scheduling of all
patient appointments, procedures, and follow - ups Handled all company correspondence ensuring professional image and reputation Served as first point of company contact with clients and general public Provided excellent customer service ensuring client satisfaction and repeat business Maintained confidential client and
patient information database Opened new
patient accounts and upgraded existing files Inventoried company office supplies and replenished as needed Performed additional administrative duties including faxes and phones Conducted all responsibilities in courteous, polite, and positive manner
Director of Business — Duties & Responsibilities Recruit and train staff of 30 in hospital policies, procedures, best practices, and corporate branding Design and implement staff development, recognition, and disciplinary policies and procedures Oversee admissions, utilization review, PB X, imaging center, billing, collections, and wound center registrations Set and strictly adhere to departmental budgets and schedules Author and present
financial reports concerning revenue, expenses, and outstanding collections Identify performance indicators and benchmarks for integration into reporting systems Conduct surveys regarding
patient / staff satisfaction, benchmarks, accreditation, and employee benefits Maintain a 99 %
patient satisfaction score through attentive and professional standards of care Negotiate contracts and claims with insurance carriers, Medicare, Medicaid, and other payer sources Increase revenue by 30 % through effective contract renegotiation with suppliers, carriers, and other parties Implement policies, procedures, and equipment to cut hospital costs while enhancing
patient care Utilize strong management experience to drive operations in an efficient and professional manner Develop and implement billing controls, cash processing measures, lockboxes, and other
financial processes Coordinate and oversee internal and external audits ensuring compliance with industry and legal standards Recruit physicians through successful marketing, networking, and other tactics Implement automated Chargemaster
financial application (Craneware) and maintain
patient accounts Responsible for HCAHPS and the yearly Quality Assurance Plan Appeal claims when appropriate resulting in $ 400,000 reimbursement from PPO insurance over the last year Build and strengthen professional relationship with community leaders, coworkers, and industry figures Consistently promoted for excellence in
financial management, team leadership, and dedication to mission Develop working knowledge of hospital operations from
patient admission to senior level strategic planning Represent company with poise, integrity, and positivity