[Remote] Accounts Receivable Lead - Digitech - Remote
Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Digitech is a leading provider of advanced billing and technology services to the EMS transport industry. The A/R Management Lead is responsible for supporting all revenue cycle functions related to outstanding insurance accounts receivable, insurance denials, and appeals, while also identifying process improvements to enhance efficiency within the A/R Management team.
Responsibilities
- Perform job responsibilities and tasks according to company standards as well as state and federal guidelines
- Problem-solve and provide complete resolutions for complex accounts and escalations
- Make telephone calls to patients, hospitals, insurance companies, facilities, or attorneys as needed to research claims or obtain additional insurance information
- Contact insurance carriers to inquire about the status of past-due accounts
- Meet or exceed defined productivity and quality standards
- Document account activity details in the claims processing system
- Maintain workflow to keep aging accounts at a minimum by following up on unpaid claims regularly
- Identify process improvement opportunities and develop standard operating procedures (SOPs)
- Complete assigned special projects from the Manager, providing regular updates and reports
- Perform quality checks on assigned claims
- Conduct monthly reviews and process write-offs for assigned accounts
- Ensure the highest level of compliance with all applicable laws and regulations, including HIPAA
- Investigate and resolve escalations from team members, payers, and other stakeholders, as assigned by the Manager
- Ensures consistent adherence to company attendance policies
- Additional job duties as assigned
Skills
- High School Diploma or equivalent required
- Minimum 3–5 years of experience in healthcare claims processing, billing, or accounts receivable
- Obtain ambulance biller certification within 6 months of employment
- Hands-on experience preparing and submitting insurance appeals, including understanding payer denial codes and payer timely filing limits
- Familiarity with ICD-10, HCPCS, and general medical terminology
- Proficiency with various web platforms, such as billing software and payer portals
- Prior customer service experience with the ability to work collaboratively with other departments or team members
- Excellent computer skills, including Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Excellent interpersonal, organizational, and time management skills
- Strong problem-solving skills and investigative abilities
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, adaptive environment with minimal supervision
- Ability to independently manage all aspects of the job role including required goals and business practices in a remote environment
- Associates Degree preferred
- EMS billing experience strongly preferred; experience in other medical specialties will be considered
- Knowledge of collections or medical billing, with a basic understanding of ICD-10, HCPCS, and medical terminology preferred
- Effective critical thinking and analytical abilities
- Strong customer service skills and experience
Benefits
- A comprehensive benefits package, including 401(k) Plan
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