Accounting Asst Medical Billing

POSITION SUMMARY:

Maintains accounts receivable subsidiary ledger. Prepares monthly billings sent to various reimbursement agencies for the care of residents at Berks Heim Nursing and Rehabilitation.

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES:

Essential functions

1. Prepares monthly bills for Medicare, Medicaid, Third Party Insurers, and Private Pay residents using the 
2. Point Click Care software.
3. Monitors the financial status of Private Pay residents and initiates the application for Medical Assistance coverage and follows up with the family and the Department of Public Welfare.
4. Maintains accounts receivable subsidiary ledger by entering the data for daily cash receipts, ancillary charges, resident income payments, third-party insurance payments, and other medical expenses.
5. Posts payments to accounts receivable subsidiary ledger using Point Click Care software.
6. Provides information and assistance to residents, families, and representatives in a courteous, timely, and professional manner.
7. Deals with the public, county agencies, third-party insurers, state agencies, and federal agencies to accomplish billing and reimbursement.
8. Prepares daily census reports and other statistical information for cost reporting purposes.
9. Reviews new admission files for accuracy, medical assistance eligibility, and representative payees, and ensures that income payments to the residents are changed and directed toward the Berks Heim Business Office.
10. Performs other related tasks as assigned.                                                          
11. Implements medical billing regulations and the application of changes.                      

MINIMUM EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

1. Associate Degree in Accounting or Business Administration with an emphasis in accounting. 
2. Individuals with appropriate relevant experience, who can demonstrate the necessary skills to perform the job, may be considered in lieu of the educational requirements.

MINIMUM KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

1. One to two years of recent experience with medical reimbursement billings, Medicare, Medicaid, and private insurance.
2. Knowledge of SSA and Medical Assistance policies and procedures with regard to senior citizens in skilled nursing facilities (Form 162).
3. Ability to demonstrate experience with automated billing and receivables software.
4. Working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications: Excel and Word.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

1. Must have the ability to stand, sit, and walk for extended periods of time.            
2. Must be able to lift objects such as file folders and record boxes.  
3. Physical presence in the office is required.
4. Ability to handle stress.                   

WORKING ENVIRONMENT: 

This position works in a clean, well-lit, climate-controlled office environment.

This position description serves as a guideline for communicating the essential functions and other information about the position to the applicant/employee.  It is not intended to create a binding employment contract nor cover every detail of the position, and may be changed where appropriate.