Patient Accounting Manager | Nonprofit Hospital System | Southeast, US

Patient Accounting Manager | Nonprofit Hospital System | Southeast, US

Competitive Compensation | Comprehensive Benefits Program | Relocation Assistance | Career Growth Potential

In this high-profile role, the Manager, Patient Accounting leads hospital revenue cycle operations, including patient billing, insurance follow-up, accounts receivable, and patient financial services. This leader is responsible for optimizing cash flow through effective A/R management, ensuring timely and accurate claims submission, reducing denials, and improving reimbursement performance. The role establishes productivity standards, monitors key performance metrics, drives accountability, and fosters a culture of compliance, accuracy, teamwork, and continuous improvement while overseeing denial management and prevention initiatives.

About the Community:

Located within one of the South’s most dynamic metropolitan regions, this community offers an exceptional quality of life paired with a strong economic foundation.

Consistently recognized for its affordability, livability, and business-friendly environment, the area combines Southern hospitality with modern amenities and cultural vibrancy. Residents enjoy:•Affordable housing and a low overall cost of living

• Low tax burden and strong economic stability
• Vibrant arts, music, and entertainment scene
• Collegiate sports, with nearby universities that attract students from across the country
• Outstanding dining and cultural attractions
• Excellent educational opportunities
• Mild four-season climate and abundant outdoor recreation

Within easy driving distance are:

• White-sand Gulf Coast beaches
• Scenic lakes, rivers, and rolling countryside
• Historic towns and thriving urban centers
• Mountain landscapes and hiking destinations

For leaders seeking both professional fulfillment and an outstanding lifestyle, this location offers both.

Southeast, US

• Acute care hospital system with multiple service locations across the region
• Lead daily patient accounting operations, including billing, insurance follow-up, accounts receivable, collections, denials, and patient financial services
• Oversee accurate and timely claim submission for all payer types, including government, commercial, managed care, and self-pay accounts
• Monitor accounts receivable performance and develop strategies to improve cash flow, reduce aging, and strengthen revenue cycle outcomes
• Establish productivity expectations, performance metrics, and accountability standards for the patient accounting team
• Provide leadership, coaching, and support to staff while promoting accuracy, collaboration, compliance, and continuous improvement
• Review denial trends, complete root cause analysis, and ensure appeals are submitted within required timeframes
• Partner with internal departments and external resources to resolve billing, reimbursement, and payer-related issues
• Support process improvement efforts that reduce claim errors, improve payment turnaround, and enhance operational efficiency
• Maintain knowledge of payer requirements, reimbursement practices, billing regulations, and revenue cycle best practices
• Prepare and review reports related to accounts receivable, productivity, denials, and overall department performance
• Work closely with leadership to identify opportunities for improved workflows, stronger controls, and consistent execution across the business office

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Business Administration, Finance, Healthcare Administration, or a related field
• Minimum of 5 years of hospital business office, patient accounting, billing, collections, or revenue cycle experience
• Minimum of 5 years of supervisory or team leadership experience
• Experience with UB04 and 1500 claim forms, electronic billing, payer follow-up, collections, and reimbursement processes
• Strong understanding of hospital billing requirements, payer rules, insurance follow-up, denial management, and accounts receivable performance
• Proficiency with patient accounting systems, reporting tools, Microsoft Office, and other business office technology
• Ability to review data, identify trends, solve complex issues, and implement practical workflow improvements
• Strong communication, organization, customer service, and team leadership skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and remain professional in challenging situations
• Experience working independently and collaboratively with internal teams, leadership, payers, and external partners

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