Aspirus

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These are the Aspirus Core Values; and we are looking for the BEST around to join us as we demonstrate those values Every. Single. Day.

Aspirus Wausau Hospital in Wausau, WI is seeking a PATIENT ACCOUNTS SPECIALIST to join our LABORATORY ADMINISTRATION team!

The Patient Accounts Specialist Lab, in coordination with customer service representatives, lab information systems (LIS) staff and revenue cycle edits, releases and bills laboratory outreach clients and third-party payers accurately, consistently and timely to assure that reimbursement is made as quickly as possible. Performs patient accounts activities as assigned following up claims with no response, reviewing and processing client credits in a timely, accurate and consistent manner.

HOURS: Full Time 1.0 FTE, 80 Hours Biweekly

Experience/Qualifications

• Knowledge of basic accounting normally acquired through completion of a high school diploma, GED, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• One to two years of related work experience in a medical patient accounts department is beneficial.
• Understands and applies insurance billing, governmental regulations and managed care requirements, as applicable, to the billing process.
• Understands state and federal mandated coverages, health insurance terms, definitions and concepts, as well as auto and other liability terms, definitions and concepts.
• Understands state law governing privacy, utilizing compliance protocol and refers to policy and procedure manual when dealing with specific issues.
• Basic CPT and ICD-10 coding desired.
• Maintains proficient computer skills demonstrated by use of Windows, Word, Excel, internet and all applicable billing systems.
• Uses excellent public relation skills when working with all customers including patients, third party payers, physicians, and Aspirus personnel.
• Possesses a pleasant, congenial and diplomatic personality as an accommodating team member. Demonstrates tact and support of fellow employees with a professional attitude and expression in the work environment.
• Demonstrates resourcefulness, works independently and exhibits initiative and ability to analytically problem solve and exercise consistent good judgment in evaluating situations.
• Takes direction and accepts constructive criticism.
• Demonstrates reliability, punctuality and compliance with policies and regulations.
• Exhibits confidentiality in all dealings.
• Maintains close working relationship with Lab clients.
• Attention to detail, accuracy, and timeliness in all work products.

Employee Benefits

• Full benefits packages available for part- and full-time status.
• PTO accrual from day one!
• Generous retirement plan with match available.
• Wellness program for employees and their families.

Aspirus Wausau Hospital, the flagship of the Aspirus system, serves northeastern Minnesota, northern and central Wisconsin, and Michigan’s Upper Peninsula. Aspirus Wausau Hospital provides primary, secondary and tertiary care services as a regional referral center. Specialty referral service emphasis exists in cardiology and cardiothoracic surgery, orthopedics and cancer. The hospital has an average daily inpatient census of 160 with approximately 15,000 admissions per year. Outpatient visits exceed 50,000 and there are also more than 24,000 annual emergency department visits. Best known for its world-class cardiovascular program, Aspirus Wausau Hospital also provides leading edge cancer, trauma, women’s health, and spine and neurological care. To learn more about Wausau click the following link: Wausau, Wisconsin

Our Mission: We heal people, promote health and strengthen communities.

Our Vision: Aspirus is a catalyst for creating healthy, thriving communities, trusted and engaged above all others.

As an Aspirus team, we demonstrate caring, we plan to impact the future, work with happiness and enthusiasm, recognize our power to make a difference and improve the health of our communities.

Aspirus Health is a nonprofit, community-directed health system based in Wausau, Wisconsin, serving northeastern Minnesota, northern and central Wisconsin and the Upper Peninsula of Michigan. The health system operates 18 hospitals and 130 outpatient locations with nearly 14,000 team members, including 1,300 employed physicians and advanced practice clinicians. For more information visit aspirus.org.

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