Amedisys, Inc. Looking for Accounts Receivable Coordinator at Baton Rouge, LA  Full Time

At Amedisys whether we’re caring for patients directly or supporting those who do, each of us is a caregiver at heart. Every team member contributes to our mission of providing exceptional, clinically distinct care in the home to thousands of patients and families every day.

You’ll join a mission-driven company dedicated to innovation, growth and supporting our frontline caregivers with the best and most up-to-date resources available so they can do what they do best.

If you’re looking for a home with a Nationwide Company where you can put your skills and experience to work, make a difference every day and pursue your goals for the future, join our team.

What You Will Do

Reviews and researches problem claims to ensure proper payment according to reimbursement schedule.

• Reviews and processes problem claims for billed services. Reviews any denials and works toward resolution of the claim.
• Responds to payor requests for additional information regarding claims and communicates such requests to the agencies.
• Generates aging reports and identifies unpaid claims or disputed charges/claims and initiates subsequent requests for payments, resubmits claims, or submits invoice to a secondary payor.
• Initiates or responds to calls and other inquiries regarding the status of claims.
• Maintains automated and manual systems related to accounts receivable with accurate information.
• Prepares accurate drafting, typing, compiling, copying, and distributes a variety of materials such as statistical reports, aging reports, and requests for additional information, memos, etc. timely and as necessary.
• Attends and actively participates in staff meetings.
• Provides other administrative support to the department as needed.

Qualifications
Required

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Demonstrated knowledge of Medicare, Medicaid, or other payor’s guidelines and criteria for reimbursement.
• Strong data entry skills and ability to type 40-50 wpm with a high level of accuracy.
• Strong computer and software skills.
• Ability to use standard office equipment to include copiers, fax machines, and other methods of electronic communications.
• Excellent interpersonal skills including excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Demonstrated knowledge of customer service skills when responding to questions and other inquiries from internal and external customers.

Preferred

• Post-Secondary education or training in business or medical billing/collections preferred.
• Two (2) years experience in healthcare preferred.

Amedisys is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified employees and applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, pregnancy, marital status, national origin, citizenship status, disability, military status, sexual orientation, genetic predisposition or carrier status or any other legally protected characteristic.

Benefits and More

Amedisys cares for our team members with the same commitment we have to our patients. This is reflected in the benefits we provide and the opportunities we make available to our team. Benefits for eligible employees include:

• Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays
• Comprehensive Health Insurance Benefits (medical, dental, vision)
• Health Savings Account, Health Reimbursement Account, and Flexible Spending Account options
• Life, Disability, and Other Voluntary Benefits
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with Company Matching Contributions
• Discounted Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Continuing Education
• Fleet car for eligible employees

Amedisys is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, pregnancy, marital status, national origin, citizenship status, disability, military status, sexual orientation, genetic predisposition or carrier status or any other legally protected characteristic.