Payment Poster at U.S. Renal Care

United States

USRC's greatest strength in being a leader in the dialysis industry is our ability to recognize and celebrate the differences in our diverse workforce. We strongly believe in recruiting top talent and creating a diverse and inclusive work climate and culture at all levels of our organization. SUMMARY The Payment Poster performs general accounting related tasks in accordance with US Renal Care, reimbursement policies and procedures   Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties and tasks may be assigned.   * Posts and allocates all payments per explanation of benefits to patient accounts for commercial, contract, and government payers * Posts adjustments as on the approved list and per explanation of benefits * Ensures there are no variances in batches posted and all reports turned in prior to day end process * Ensures all posted lockbox batches are scanned and indexed daily to the appropriate patient accounts * Reconciles EFT (Electronic Funds Transfers) and posts appropriate payments and allocation * Identifies and reconciles Unapplied account balances where necessary * Posts all denials received with appropriate reason codes. * Performs other duties as assigned Qualifications Qualifications/Requirements: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Requirements include: * High School diploma or GED require * At least two years of experience in a health/medical billing and collection office. * Ability to use copier, fax machine, printer, calculator and multi-line telephone * Must be proficient with computers with an understanding of medical billing software * Extensive knowledge of medical terminology as well as knowledge of government and private insurer rules and regulations * Advanced knowledge of CPT, ICD-9 and HCPCS coding as well as in-depth knowledge of medical billing requirements * Working knowledge of Microsoft Outlook, Word and Excel * Ability to utilize the internet, specifically Medicare and Medicaid websites * Maintain confidentiality in regards to HIPAA rules and regulations, as well as private company matters