UTHealth
Patient Account Representative I - UT Dentists (Finance)
UTHealth Houston School of Dentistry - UT Dentists is hiring for a Patient Account Representative I to join their team of professionals in the Department of Clinical Business and Financial Services. The PAR will be responsible for the day-to-day role and duties in revenue cycle, including verifying insurance policy benefit information, assisting with insurance claims follow-up, patient account balance, account transaction auditing and more. The ideal candidate will adhere to assigned metrics, and uphold the core values of our team while maintaining volume productivity. Experience with axiUm and/or EPIC is a plus!
Location: 7500 Cambridge, Houston, Texas 77054
Once you join us you won't want to leave. It's because we reward our team for the excellent service they provide. Our total rewards package includes the benefits you'd expect from a top healthcare organization (benefits, insurance, etc.), plus:
Under general supervision, position is responsible for accurate and timely collection of third party and private pay receivables.
Position Key Accountabilities:
Certification/Skills:
Some knowledge of business office, patient billing, or collection/ reimbursement procedures in a healthcare setting; proficient in MS Office with emphasis in Excel, 10-key and math.
Minimum Education:
High school diploma or equivalent required. Graduate from a vocational business school with a minor in a job related field preferred.
Minimum Experience:
Six (6) months of hospital/medical collections experience with understanding of third party reimbursement procedures, as well as state and federal regulations governing healthcare.
Physical Requirements:
Exerts up to 20 pounds of force occasionally and/or up to 10 pounds frequently and/or a negligible amount constantly to move objects.
Security Sensitive:
This job class may contain positions that are security sensitive and thereby subject to the provisions of Texas Education Code ยง 51.215
Residency Requirement:
Employees must permanently reside and work in the State of Texas.