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Under the leadership of Patient Financial Services (PFS) management, the Account Specialist is responsible for accounts receivable through claim follow up, cash collection, and denial management for services rendered by Cook Children's Medical Center (CCMC). This position requires knowledge of Federal, State, and payor regulations, reimbursement methodologies; and communication with third party payors to facilitate timely and accurate reimbursement.

Education:

• High School Diploma or equivalent. Bachelors preferred Minimum three years billing, insurance follow-up, or healthcare business office experience

• Understanding of Managed Care contracts, denials and payor methodology

• Effective oral and written communication skills Keyboarding accuracy and math aptitude skills

• Medical terminology preferred

• Prior experience with Epic Hospital Billing Resolute preferred

About Us:

Cook Children's Medical Center is the cornerstone of Cook Children's, and offers advanced technologies, research and treatments, surgery, rehabilitation and ancillary services all designed to meet children's needs.

Cook Children's is an EOE/AA, Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran employer.