Job Description
We've made a lot of progress since opening the doors in 1942, but one thing has never changed - our commitment to serve, heal, lead, educate, and innovate. We believe that every award earned, every record broken and every patient helped is because of the dedicated employees who fill our hallways. At Ochsner, whether you work with patients every day or support those who do, you are making a difference and that matters. Come make a difference at Ochsner Health and discover your future today! This job is responsible for company billing services ensuring the financial security of accounts in the Accounts Receivable (AR) for patients to ensure receipt of appropriate cash and other financial adjudications to settle account balances. This role involves performing billing activities related to account resolution and includes communication to payors, departmental leadership, and other departments throughout the Revenue Cycle. Responsibilities may include the effective handling of bad debt, charity care, cash collections, yield affecting adjustments, accounts receivable days and accounts receivable over 90 days. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties. This job description is a summary of the primary duties and responsibilities of the job and position. It is not intended to be a comprehensive or all-inclusive listing of duties and responsibilities. Contents are subject to change at the company's discretion. Education Required – High school diploma or equivalent Work Experience Required – 6 months related experience in related hospital, clinic, medical office, business services/revenue cycle, front line registration, financial counseling, banking, hotel, retail and/or customer service Preferred
