At Cincinnati Children's, we come to work with one goal: to make children's health better. We believe in a holistic team approach, both in caring for patients and their families, and in advancing science and discovery. We strive to do better and find energy and inspiration in our shared purpose. If you want to be the best you can be, you can do it at Cincinnati Children's.
Cincinnati Children's Hospital Has Been Named:
Consistently recognized by U.S. News & World Report as a top 10 children's hospital in the nation
One of four Medical Centers making the list of the 2022 Glassdoor Best Places to Work
A Top Hospital and Health System for Diversity recognized by DiversityInc
One of the nation's most innovative companies by Fortune in March 2023
An LGBTQ+ Healthcare Equality Top Performer in 2022 by The Human Rights Campaign (HRC)
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
Billing - Compile and prepare patient charges. Prepare invoices billings, UB-04 and 1500 claim forms to be sent to 3rd party payers for payment indicating individual line items for services and total costs. Review charges. Obtain and evaluate family, third party payers and agency resources for payment of charges. Managing patient billing and ensure procedures are billed according to contracts, transmit or mail all paper and claims, and review correspondence and follow up as needed.
Systems Support - Maintain and update departmental system, including templates, and payer and physician information.
Collaboration - Act as a preceptor for new employees. Perform specialty services functions. Act as a resource within the department/division. Provide instruction for performing non-routine functions. Serve as a liaison between Physicians Billing Service, Admitting, Outpatient Surgery, Outpatient Department, Patent Financial Services and other Cincinnati Children's departments.
Financial Support - Obtain and evaluate family, third party payers and agency resources for payment of charges. Counsel patient on third party coverage and present financial aspects. Determine eligibility for State Medicaid, Social Security and other outside funding. Complete necessary paperwork for eligible patients, including medical and financial applications. Coordinate inpatient and outpatient admissions. Coordinate information with the inpatient and outpatient charge systems. Input charges and relative information. Manage accounts receivable data and collection information, ensure timeliness and accuracy. Research third party payers and community physician charges in order to maintain usual and customary as will as competitive charges. Check and update charge master. Conduct utilization review for the division from insurance companies and working in conjunction with Cincinnati Children's Utilization Review department. Process, post, and balance payments to accounts timely, accurately, and in the correct period.
Quality - Provide Quality Assurance reports for the division.
JOB QUALIFICATIONS
High school diploma or equivalent
2+ years of work experience in a related job discipline
Market Leading Benefits Including*:
Shift Differential, Weekend Differential, and Weekend Option Pay Programs
Medical coverage starting day 1 of employment. View employee benefits here.
Competitive retirement plans
Tuition reimbursement for continuing education
Expansive employee discount programs through our many community partners
Referral bonus program for current staff!
Support through Employee Resource Groups such as African American Professionals Advisory Council, Asian Cultural and Professional Group, EQUAL - LGBTQA Resource Group, Juntos - Hispanic/Latin Resource Group, Veterans and Military Family Advocacy Network, and Young Professionals (YP) Resource Group
Physical and mental health wellness programs
Relocation assistance packages available for nurses!
*Benefits may vary based on FTE Status and Position Type
Primary Location
South Campus
Schedule
Full time
Shift
Day (United States of America)
Department
Home Health Billing Operations
Employee Status
Regular
FTE
1
Weekly Hours
40
Salary Range
$17.86 - $21.49
Comprehensive job description provided upon request.
Cincinnati Children's is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer that values and treasures Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion. We are committed to creating an environment of dignity and respect for all our employees, patients, and families. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, genetic information, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status. EEO/AA/M/F/Veteran/Disability.
