As a community, the University of Rochester is defined by a deep commitment to Meliora - Ever Better. Embedded in that ideal are the values we share: equity, leadership, integrity, openness, respect, and accountability. Together, we will set the highest standards for how we treat each other to ensure our community is welcoming to all and is a place where all can thrive. Job Location (Full Address): 905 Elmgrove Rd, Rochester, New York, United States of America, 14624 Opening: Worker Subtype: Regular Time Type: Full time Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40 Department: 500011 Patient Financial Services Work Shift: UR - Day (United States of America) Range: UR URC 205 H Compensation Range: $19.62 - $26.49 The referenced pay range represents the minimum and maximum compensation for this job. Individual annual salaries/hourly rates will be set within the job's compensation range, and will be determined by considering factors including, but not limited to, market data, education, experience, qualifications, expertise of the individual, and internal equity considerations. Responsibilities: GENERAL PURPOSE: Performs follow-up activities designed to bring all open account receivables to successful closure. Responsible for an effective claims follow-up to obtain maximum revenue collection. Researches, corrects, resubmits claims, submits appeals and takes timely and routine action to resolve unpaid claims. Resolves complex claims. Acts as a resource for lower level staff. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Completes follow up activities on denied, unpaid, or underpaid accounts, as well as contacts payer representatives to research and resubmit rejected claims to obtain and verify insurance coverage. Follows up on unpaid accounts working claims. Reviews reasons for claim denial. Reviews payer website or contacts payer representatives to determine why claims are not paid. Determines steps necessary to secure payment and completes and documents follow up by resubmitting claim or deferring tasks. Researches and calculates under or overpaid claims; determines final resolution. Contacts payers on incorrectly paid claims completing resolution and adjudication. Adjusts accounts or processes insurance refund credits. eviews and advises leadership on incorrectly paid claims from specific payers. Works with leadership on communication to payer representatives regarding payment trends and issues. Bills primary and secondary claims to insurance. Identifies and clarifies billing issues, payment variances, and/or trends that require management intervention. Assists department leadership with credit balances account reviews/resolutions and all audits. Coordinates response and resolution to Medicaid and Medicare credit balances. Requests insurance adjustments or retractions. Reviews and works all insurance credits in electronic health record. Enters electronic health record notes, documenting actions taken. Researches and responds to third party correspondence, receives phone calls, and explains policies and procedures involving routine and non-routine situations. Assists with patient related questions. Communicates and coordinates with other departments to resolve claim issues. Assists with all audits as needed. Other duties as assigned. MINIMUM EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE Associate's degree and 2 years of relevant experience required Or equivalent combination of education and experience The University of Rochester is committed to fostering, cultivating, and preserving an inclusive and welcoming culture to advance the University’s Mission to Learn, Discover, Heal, Create – and Make the World Ever Better. In support of our values and those of our society, the University is committed to not discriminating on the basis of age, color, disability, ethnicity, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, military/veteran status, national origin, race, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, citizenship status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law (Protected Characteristics). This commitment extends to non-discrimination in the administration of our policies, admissions, employment, access, and recruitment of candidates, for all persons consistent with our values and based on applicable law. Notice: If you are a Current Employee, please log into myURHR to search for and apply to jobs using the Jobs Hub. Your application, if submitted using this portal, cannot be moved forward. Learn. Discover. Heal. Create. Located in western New York, Rochester is our namesake and our home. One of the world’s leading research universities, Rochester has a long tradition of breaking boundaries—always pushing and questioning, learning and unlearning. We transform ideas into enterprises that create value and make the world ever better. If you’re looking for a career in higher education or health care, the University of Rochester may offer the perfect opportunity for your background and goals. At the University of Rochester, we are committed to fostering, cultivating, and preserving an inclusive and welcoming culture and are united by a strong commitment to be ever better—Meliora. It is an ideal that informs our shared mission to ensure all members of our community feel safe, respected, included, and valued.
