Legal Resolution Specialist

Job Description Summary This role will act as an internal liaison between the Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC) and Newby, Sartip, Masel & Casper, LLC (Commonly referred to as “Sartip”). This role support the vendor relationship by monitoring vendor contracts and monthly invoices. Create and maintain reporting of weekly incoming Sartip checks for the monthly Sartip Report. Entity MUSC Community Physicians (MCP) Worker Type Employee Worker Sub-Type​ Regular Cost Center CC004513 MCP - Revenue Cycle Pay Rate Type Hourly Pay Grade Health-23 Scheduled Weekly Hours 40 Work Shift

Job Description Entity/Organization: MUSC Community Physicians (MCP) Hours per week: 40 Scheduled Work Hours/Shift: Monday - Friday 8:00 am - 4:30 pm Pay Basis/FLSA: Hourly / Non-Exempt

Job Purpose:

This role will act as an internal liaison between the Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC) and Newby, Sartip, Masel & Casper, LLC (Commonly referred to as “Sartip”). This role support the vendor relationship by monitoring vendor contracts and monthly invoices. Create and maintain reporting of weekly incoming Sartip checks for the monthly Sartip Report.

Education and Work Experience : § High school diploma with four (4) years medically related customer service/collections experience, or bachelor’s degree and two (2) years medically related customer service/collections experience. § Knowledge of medical terminology and knowledge/understanding of health insurance preferred. § Must be proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel, with knowledge of Epic preferred; § Must be punctual and dependable, and have excellent interpersonal and oral and written communication skills. § Exhibit good organizational skills, strong initiative to be goal oriented. Establish and maintain effective relationships with necessary contacts. § Adheres to the MUSC Workforce standards of professional behavior and code of conduct.

Degree of Supervision § Must be able to work independently with minimum supervision. Must exhibit the ability to analyze, and determine necessary steps to provide expected outcome and follow through with actions.

Licensures, Registrations, Certifications : § N/A

Physical Requirements: § Continuous requirements are to perform job functions while standing, walking and sitting. Ability to bend at the waist, kneel, climb stairs, each in all directions, fully use both hands and legs, possess good finger dexterity, perform repetitive motions with hands/wrists/elbows and shoulders, reach in all directions. Maintain 20/40 vision corrected, see and recognize objects close at hand and at a distance, work in a latex safe environment and work indoors. Frequently list and/or carry objects weighing 20 lbs (+/-) unassisted. Lift from 36” to overhead 15 lbs. infrequently work in dusty areas and confined/cramped spaces.

Job Responsibilities: 60% § Manage a heavy volume of Legal Patient Accounts in an Epic work queue environment, the Legal Request mailbox, and One Content. § Effectively handle inbound and outbound legal calls/mail to and from attorney offices, third parties, and patients to resolve any legal issues related to probates, third party liability, workers compensation, bankruptcy, and settlement negotiations. § Accurately and consistently document all legal actions and conversations while complying with HIPAA privacy regulations and maintain compliance with federal and state laws and organizational policies.

20% § File Proof of Claims with Bankruptcy courts and monitor for status changes, including claim payments. Receive and process requests for medical records, itemized statements, and subpoenas relating to current patients and legacy accounts. § Update patient demographics, insurance information, and guarantor information to maintain accurate patient information to ensure proper billing.

15% § Prepare legal checks for deposits from law firms by balance verifications and processing adjustments as needed.

5% § Other duties as assigned.

Additional Job Description Education and Work Experience: Bachelors Degree with two (2) years medically related customer service/collections experience; or High School Diploma or equivalent with four (4) years medically related customer service/collections experience. If you like working with energetic enthusiastic individuals, you will enjoy your career with us!

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