• Patient Account Analyst

    WMCHealth (Poughkeepsie, NY)


    Patient Account Analyst

     

    Company: MidHudson Regional Hospital

     

    City/State: Poughkeepsie, NY

     

    Category: Clerical/Administrative Support

     

    Department: Patient Fin. Serv

     

    Union: Yes

     

    Union Name: 1199

     

    Position: Full Time

     

    Hours: 40

     

    Shift: AM

     

    Req #: 43724

     

    Posted Date: Jul 14, 2025

     

    Hiring Range: $24.1189/HR

     

    External Applicant link (https://pm.healthcaresource.com/cs/wmc1/#/preApply/29842) Internal Applicant link

    Job Details:

    The Patient Accounting Analyst is responsible for in-depth follow up procedures for all specifically assigned unresolved accounts, in accordance with both third party regulations and MidHudson Valley Staffco Policy. The Patient Accounting Analyst provides a summary analysis on payer trending and reports findings to the Contract Manager and Director of Patient Financial Services, actively participates in discussions and necessary follow up to resolve on going concerns with accounts. RESPONSIBILITIES

     

    + Contacts appropriate payer to resolve unpaid/ unresolved claims. All needed requests and all documentation will be requested within 24 hours of contact with payer. Provides coverage for other follow up staff as needed. Is able to provide billing coverage.

    + Meets specified quota set by manager and defined by payer. Exceeds specified quota assigned by Supervisor/Manager.

    + Monitors and completes follow up reports as assigned by Supervisor/Manager. Turns in reports every Friday for Supervisor/Manager review.

    + Schedules monthly meetings with Manager of Contracts to report payer trending analysis. Incorporates Contract Management and Denial Management staff as needed.

    + Identifies problems with Hospital billing system or electronic billing system and general processes and provides supporting documentation to Manager or Coordinator. Initiates contact with vendors/IT staff and follows through for resolution.

    + Updates and initials all activity on Hospital system.

    + Performs other related duties as assigned.

    QUALIFICATIONS/REQUIREMENTS EXPERIENCE

    + 3-5 years in-depth, all payer, manual and electronic billing experience required and/or at the discretion of the Manager.

    EDUCATION

    + High School Diploma or equivalent.

    LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS

    + N/A

    OTHER

    + If applicable, the individual performing this job may reasonably anticipate coming into contact with human blood and other potentially infectious materials. Individuals in this position are required to exercise universal precautions, use personal protective equipment and devices, and learn the policies concerning infection control.

    + PC skills, Word Perfect.

    + Strong interpersonal skills, ability to analyze and problem solve.

    About Us:

    MidHudson Regional Hospital

     

    MidHudson Regional Hospital in Poughkeepsie, NY, is home to the mid-Hudson Valley’s most advanced healthcare services. This 243-bed facility cares for more than 10,000 inpatients annually while performing an additional 325,000 outpatient procedures each year. MidHudson Regional Hospital operates the area’s only Level II trauma center, is home to the Redl Center for Cancer Care and Center for Robotic Surgery, and is a destination hospital for patients with serious illnesses and injuries.

     

    External Applicant link (https://pm.healthcaresource.com/cs/wmc1/#/preApply/29842) Internal Applicant link

     

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