Payment Posting Specialist - Revenue Cycle

Payment Posting SpecialistWithin the UNLV Health revenue cycle operation, the Payment Posting Specialist is primarily responsible for the maintenance, control, payment posting and/or final disposition of incoming payments. The incumbent is also responsible for analyzing the explanation of benefits to ensure accurate posting of payments, rejection codes, adjustments and any other posting requirements needed in Epic. The Payment Posting Specialist is also responsible for coordinating the workflow with the Credit Analyst at month-end to accomplish the unit's goals and meet its deadline for closing.

The position also supports the Electronic Remittance Advice (ERA) and Electronic Funds Transfer (EFT) processes for UNLV Health. The incumbent will also conform to all UNLV Health, government and HIPAA policies and procedures.Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Please Note: UNLV Health does not provide employment sponsorships or sponsorship transfers for any positions.Advantages of Working for UNLV HealthClinic Hours are Monday through Friday, 8AM to 5PM (Actual hours may vary depending on business need)12 Full-Day and 2 Half-Day Paid Holidays per year, starting with your first day of employment20 PTO days per year3% 401K Contribution, even if you do not contributeMedical, Dental, and Vision benefits that start the first of the month following your start dateMedical Assistant and CPR Certifications reimbursed by UNLV HealthMajor ResponsibilitiesPayment Posting ActivitiesPost all incoming payments received through lockbox, electronically and bank deposits to appropriate invoices via EpicIdentify accuracy of payments per payer contracts/fee schedulesPost patient payments based on submitted information, or allocate to oldest open invoices if instructions are absentProcess and post cash receipt deposits and credit card payments from patients and other departmentsPost Medicare, Medicaid, and other third-party payer payments, ensuring accuracy and reviewing invoice detailsPost denials with specific codes and handle denials received through correspondence mailResearch missing and misapplied payments and perform payment reversals and adjustmentsPayment ReconciliationUtilize various systems for payment posting, reconciliation, and control (Epic, Google Workplace, Excel, etc.)Ensure accurate and timely posting of Medicare, Medicaid, and other third-party payer paymentsReconcile payment batchesIdentify system errors, undistributed payments, and resolve issuesReconcile electronic payment posting of Medicaid and Medicare against checks and ACH transactionsQuality Control and ResearchMonitor and resolve errors using the Credit WQ reportMaintain communication with internal and external stakeholdersReview and reconcile credit/undistributed balances, transferring payments or issuing refunds as necessaryAssist with month end close as neededAll cash received is expected to be posted by month endTransit is to be worked and resolvedWrite-off and AdjustmentsProcess approved write-off accounts and perform payment adjustments as requestedCoordinate with management, PFS Unit, and departments for adjustmentsProcess adjustment requests and verify validity in coordination with the Cash ManagerUndistributed and Special AccountsPost unidentified payments to clearing accounts and conduct research for appropriate allocationProcess and transfer pre-payment postings from other departmentsReconcile patient accounts for the Department of PsychiatryCommunicate with insurance companies, client departments, and government agencies regarding refund requests and inquiriesEducational RequirementsHigh School Diploma or equivalentQualificationsTwo years of related administrative experience or an equivalent combination of education and experienceGeneral knowledge of accounting controls and standard cashier policiesDemonstrated ability to use a computer with Microsoft Office and Excel knowledgeExcellent oral and verbal communication skillsExperience with interpreting Insurance Explanation of BenefitsExperience with Epic medical payment posting system preferredAbility to establish and maintain effective working relationships with patients, team members, physicians and the publicPhysical RequirementsMay include standing, sitting, and/or walking for extended periodsMay include performing repetitive tasksMay include working on a special schedule (i.e., evenings and weekends)May include working with challenging patientsMay include lifting up to 25 poundsUNLV Health will provide equal opportunity employment to all employees and applicants for employment.

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