Oversees timely and accurate cash collections by reconciling all patient accounts and coordinating closely with relevant departments. Plays a key role in streamlining billing and collection processes, resolving discrepancies, and maintaining financial compliance.
Responsibilities
Daily Operational Execution
- Downloads the previous day’s outstanding report.
- Reviews patient bill details to identify outstanding cash balances and initiates necessary adjustments.
- Communicates with relevant departments and team leaders to resolve any discrepancies.
- Applies approved discounts once supporting documentation is scanned and follows up on missing documentation with department heads.
- Ensures that all departmental feedback and actions are submitted to the Accounts Receivable team.
Account Reconciliation and Discrepancy Management
- Reconciles patient accounts on a daily and weekly basis.
- Identifies and escalates discrepancies for timely resolution.
Patient Collections and Payment Plans
- Assists patients in understanding their outstanding balances.
- Negotiates overdue balances and sets up payment plans to ensure timely collections.
Process Improvement and Automation
- Collaborates with cross-functional teams to enhance billing and cash collection processes.
- Partners with the IT department to develop and automate billing validation and review procedures.
Reporting and Compliance
- Prepares and submits Key Performance Indicator (KPI) reports as required.
- Ensures compliance with hospital policies, internal guidelines, and financial regulations.
Team Contribution and Communication
- Participates actively in departmental meetings and improvement initiatives.
- Promotes a positive team environment and high staff morale.