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Job description
Job Description Job Description JOB SUMMARY:
The Hospital Insurance Refund Specialist is responsible for reviewing, validating, and processing insurance overpayments and refund requests in accordance with payer guidelines, regulatory requirements, and internal policies. This role ensures accurate financial transactions, prevents inappropriate refunds, and supports the integrity of the hospital's revenue cycle.
ONGOING COMPETENCIES (JOB SPECIFIC DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES):
Refund Processing
Review insurance overpayments, credit balances, and refund requests for accuracy and validity.
Process approved refunds to insurance carriers, government payers, and third party entities.
Ensure refunds are completed within required timeframes to avoid penalties or compliance issues.
Verify that all refund transactions are properly documented and posted in the billing system
Credit Balance Management
Analyze patient accounts to identify true credit balances versus misapplied payments or posting errors.
Research root causes of credit balances and coordinate corrections with cash posting, billing, and follow up teams.
Prevent inappropriate refunds by validating account activity and payer remittance details.
Compliance & Audit Support
Ensure all refund activities comply with federal and state regulations, including Medicare/Medicaid rules.
Maintain accurate records for internal and external audits.
Assist with responding to payer inquiries, audit requests, and compliance reviews.
Collaboration & Communication
Work closely with insurance companies, internal departments, and finance teams to resolve discrepancies.
Communicate clearly with payers regarding refund status, documentation, and required forms.
Escalate complex issues to leadership when necessary.
Reporting & Documentation
Prepare daily, weekly, or monthly reports on refund volumes, aging, and trends.
Track refund activity and credit balance resolution metrics.
Maintain detailed notes and documentation in the hospital billing system.
Worksite address
beaufort, SC, 29902, US
Who can apply
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