[Hiring] Payer Specialist @Ivy Rehab

Role Description

At Ivy Rehab, we're "All About the People"! As a Payer Specialist, you will play a crucial role in our mission to help enable people to live their lives to the fullest.

The Payer Specialist will report to the Revenue Cycle Business Partner and is an integral member of the Revenue Cycle Team. This position allows for remote work.

• Ensure timely billing for all payers within region, including secondary billing.
• Maintain accurate notes and communication in the patient’s ledger/chart.
• Ensure accuracy of insurance information and verification, working with PC if any discrepancies.
• Collaborate with all parties to maintain denial prevention methods.
• Follow up on Accounts Receivable by insurance, collecting required information to have claim processed or appealed.
• Communicate directly with payers via phone, email, or any other means necessary.
• Manage third-party vendor to successfully have claims paid.
• Actively engage in the research, setup, preparation, and testing of new payer information regarding contract details, reimbursement terms, claim form requirements, billing & collections requirements, timely filing requirements, and any other information.
• Track and resolve discrepancies, based on partial payments and contracts.
• Assist PCs and patients with billing related questions.
• Work one on one with users in all areas of the company to resolve any issues that may arise.
• Prepare reports as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• A high school diploma or GED equivalent required.
• A minimum of three years’ experience in all facets of healthcare payer environment.
• Computer skills using Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel and Access.
• Excellent oral communication skills and phone presence.
• Understanding of quality customer service.
• Demonstrated ability to prioritize tasks and work with a sense of urgency.
• Experience with a variety of EMR systems, Raintree experience is a plus.
• Work Compensation and No-Fault experience.

Benefits

• Eligibility for full benefits package beginning within your first month of employment.
• Generous PTO (Paid Time Off) plans and paid holidays.
• Collaborate with leaders like Hospital for Special Surgery (HSS) and educational partners for continuous learning.
• Live by values that prioritize teamwork, growth, and serving others.

Compensation

Compensation for this role ranges from $21.00 to $24.00 per hour based on experience.

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity and inclusion in all aspects of the recruiting and employment process. Actual salaries depend on a variety of factors, including experience, specialty, education, and organizational need. Any listed salary range or contractual rate does not include bonuses/incentive, differential pay, or other forms of compensation or benefits.