Patient Account Services Specialist (remote) - Remote Eligible

Patient Account Services Specialist

At CVS Health, we are building a world of health around every consumer and surrounding ourselves with dedicated colleagues who are passionate about transforming health care. As the nation's leading health solutions company, we reach millions of Americans through our local presence, digital channels and more than 300,000 purpose-driven colleagues – caring for people where, when and how they choose in a way that is uniquely more connected, more convenient and more compassionate. And we do it all with heart, each and every day.

A Patient Account Services Specialist advocates for the patient and portrays "Putting People First" by taking a hands-on approach to help people on their path to better health. In this role, a Patient Account Services Specialist will provide a high level of customer service, resolve patient billing questions, and report potential trends to Leadership for review.

Flexibility with work schedule to meet business needs, including but not limited to 8-hour work shifts from 8:00am–8:00pm EST (Monday–Friday). Remote Role.

Develop a deep understanding of CVS Specialty processes and learn how customer service impacts a patient's journey from order to reimbursement for services. Helping patients to navigate complex billing and reimbursement processes to assure efficient and timely billing and reimbursement for services. Build a trusting relationship with patients by engaging in meaningful and relevant conversation. Manage difficult or emotional situations, responding promptly to patient needs, and demonstrating empathy and a sense of urgency when appropriate. Accurately and consistently document each interaction in the appropriate Revenue Cycle system. Record, review, and take next steps to follow-up and resolve patient concerns. Gather and examine patient information to determine eligibility for payment plans. Meet call center metrics that include call volume and call quality. Use technology to effectively liaison with other departments across CVS Specialty. Demonstrate an outgoing, enthusiastic, professional, and caring presence over the telephone.

Required Qualifications:

• 6 months experience in healthcare billing, reimbursement, collections practices, and/or infusion services.
• Experience with computers, including 1+ years working with Microsoft Word, Outlook, and Excel
• Effective written and verbal customer service skills
• Ability to work independently and on a team.
• Ability to offer emotional support and empathy.

Preferred Qualifications:

• 1 year experience in healthcare billing, collections practices, and/or infusion services.
• 1 year experience in pharmacy billing and reimbursement.

Education:

Verifiable High-school diploma or GED required.

Anticipated Weekly Hours: 40

Time Type: Full Time

Pay Range: The typical pay range for this role is: $17.00 - $34.15. This pay range represents the base hourly rate or base annual full-time salary for all positions in the job grade within which this position falls. The actual base salary offer will depend on a variety of factors including experience, education, geography and other relevant factors. This position is eligible for a CVS Health bonus, commission or short-term incentive program in addition to the base pay range listed above.

Our people fuel our future. Our teams reflect the customers, patients, members and communities we serve and we are committed to fostering a workplace where every colleague feels valued and that they belong.

Great benefits for great people. We take pride in our comprehensive and competitive mix of pay and benefits – investing in the physical, emotional and financial wellness of our colleagues and their families to help them be the healthiest they can be. In addition to our competitive wages, our great benefits include:

• Affordable medical plan options, a 401(k) plan (including matching company contributions), and an employee stock purchase plan.
• No-cost programs for all colleagues including wellness screenings, tobacco cessation and weight management programs, confidential counseling and financial coaching.
• Benefit solutions that address the different needs and preferences of our colleagues including paid time off, flexible work schedules, family leave, dependent care resources, colleague assistance programs, tuition assistance, retiree medical access and many other benefits depending on eligibility.

We are an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. We do not discriminate in recruiting, hiring, promotion, or any other personnel action based on race, ethnicity, color, national origin, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.