Established in 2006 in Phoenix, Arizona, Integrated Medical Services is an integrated team of healthcare professionals providing exceptional patient-centered, comprehensive care for their patients. Each year, IMS physicians treat over 200,000 patients at their over 30 practice locations throughout the state of Arizona. Some of the practice specialties include: Family Practice, Internal Medicine, Cardiology, Mohs Surgery/Dermatology, Ear/Nose/Throat, Gastroenterology, General Surgery, Hematology & Oncology, Obstetrics/Gynecology, Orthopedics, Pain Management, Physicial Medicine & Rehabilitation, Podiatry, Radiation Oncology, and Urology.

We welcome your interest in joining the fastest growing physician group in Arizona. Come join our team!

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The IMS Centralized Billing Office is seeking qualified candidates to join our team as we continue to grow:

Account Receivable Representative 

Position is responsible for Insurance collections, follow-up, and appeals.  2-3 years of previous accounts receivable experience in a medical billing office required. Demonstrated experience with explanation of benefits (EOB) and in posting insurance payments, patient payments, and applying insurance adjustments. Knowledge of ICD-9, CPT codes, and insurance carriers claim requirements.

Please email resume to Carin Schreiner, cschreiner@imsaz.org.

Account Receivable Department Lead

This position is accountable for the management of patient accounts in an attempt to receive proper, timely and maximum reimbursement for services in addition to assisting the Supervisor with specific functions.  Knowledge of ICD-9, CPT codes, and insurance  claim requirements.  Minimum of 2 years experience with Medical Insurance Billing Process.  Governmental and commercial insurance experience preferred.  Ability to speak Spanish, a plus.

Fax or email resume to msilva@imsaz.org or 602-824-3402.

Coding Specialist

This position is accountable for processing medical claim information through data-entry in the Practice Management System and researching and correcting data entry errors using various electronic healthcare systems.  This position uses knowledge of CPT and ICD-9 codes to determine the appropriate order and combination of alpha, numeric or symbolic data to ensure accuracy in entering medical claim information by following the Organization's and Department's established policies and procedures.  High School diploma or GED required.  Certification in Coding Required.  Minimum of 2-3 years experience with Medical Insurance Billing Process.

Please email resume to Maria Silva, msilva@imsaz.org.

Patient Relations Representative

Coordinate and facilitate patient billing and collection activities.  Follow patient

accounts through the billing process to the payor, working with the payor through claims processing, ensuring reimbursement to the facility in a timely and accurate manner.  Must possess knowledge of ICD-9, CPT codes, and insurance carrier claim requirements.  Minimum of 1 year experience with medical insurance billing process.  Ability to speak Spanish, a plus.

Interested candidates email resume to jcornwell@imsaz.org

Medical Billing Supervisor                                                            

Responsible for ensuring charges and payments are posted in a timely manner by following the Organization's and Department's established policies and procedures. 

·         Assist in the daily activities of the Business Office including basic coding, data entry, patient registration and claim review in an effort to resolve all patient inquiries and/ or disputes.

·         Responsible for the processing of medical claim insurance payments, patient payments, and applying insurance adjustments through data-entry in the Practice Management System (PM). 

·         Responsible for managing the use of adjustment codes, contractual adjustment codes, non-contractual adjustments codes, and bad debt codes.

·         Responsible for managing low reimbursements and determining when a reimbursement requires appeal.

·         Development of a streamlined process for billing secondary claims and EOBs that need follow up.

·         Manage recoupment of payments.

·         Oversee the identification and research of refunds to patient and insurances.

·         Support and assist in the follow up and identification of billing issues for outstanding claims.

·         Remain current on the specific data requirements as dictated by various government and private insurance carriers.

·         Assist management in maintaining the allowable fee schedules in the practice management system.

·         Responsible for ERA posting of payments and working any related rejection/ exception reports.  Assists with reconciliation of the EFT process.

·         Ensure accurate reimbursement is being received for services rendered.

·         Enter alpha, numeric or symbolic data from source documents into PM for patient billing purposes using knowledge of CPT and ICD-9 codes.

·         Balance daily batches and reports.  Researches and corrects discrepancies.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

·         Oversee and manage the work of Data Entry Department. 

·         Encourage the ongoing development and education of staff.

·         Lead the development of departmental goals, objectives and systems.

·         Active participant in the annual review process of staff.

·         Provide guidance and direction to Data Entry Department to insure adherence to all policies and procedures.

·         Work closely with Management to help align the workforce with the strategic goals of IMS.

·         Provides continuing education with regard to insurance carrier changes and updates.

Knowledge, Education and Experience

·         High School diploma or GED required.  Bachelors Degree a plus.

·         Knowledge of ICD-9, CPT codes, and insurance carriers claim requirements.

·         Minimum of 2 years supervisory or equivalent experience in a medical billing office. 

·         Minimum of 2-3 years experience with Medical Insurance Billing Process.

Interested candidate please fax or email resume to Human Resources msilva@imsaz.org or 602-824-3402

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Credentialing Specialist

Come join the fastest growing physician group practice in Arizona!  We have an immediate opening for a Credentialing Specialist with a minimum of 3 years credentialing experience in hospital, managed care setting or a physician practice.  The Credentialing Specialist will be responsible for completing and submitting third party payor credentialing for all IMS providers.  Must be able to maintain and utilize the credentialing database, work independently, multi-task and provide assistance to the Credentialing Manager. 

Knowledge of Intelli-soft is a plus.  Must be proficient with Word, Excel, and database applications.  Prior credentialing experience a must. The candidate will possess a great attention to detail with a positive attitude. If you are interested, please fax your resume to (602) 824-3402 or email msilva@imsaz.org. 

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 Professional Services Trainer

The Professional Services Trainer is responsible for delivering a broad range of direct training, education and position development for staff employed within the IMS Professional Services Department to increase job knowledge, develop skills and influence behavior.  Additionally, as directed, needed and/or instructed the individual will coordinate with managers and supervisors to develop written policies, procedures, guidelines or tools to support the training and education efforts.  Requirements include a minimum of 6 months in IMS professional services, with documented satisfactory performance in current role.  Understanding of teaching and learning theories, helpful.  High school education required; Some college education or Bachelor's degree, preferred.  Recommendation of current IMS Manager, required (if IMS employee).

Please submit resume to msilva@imsaz.org or fax 602-824-3402

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Nurse Practitioner / Physician Assistant

Arizona Digestive Health & Associates is looking for a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to join their new Gastroenterology practice in Phoenix, Arizona.  Dr. Cruz started her own practice in January of 2008 and is looking to build a team.  Experience in Gastroenterology is appreciated but not required.  Bi-lingual a big plus!  For consideration contact Dr. Liz Cruz at liz@azdigestivehealth.com.  

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Physician Assistant (PA)

Physician Assistant needed for busy practice, located in Goodyear. Seeking someone with at least 2-3 years experience.  If you are looking for a long-term position and/or need to escape the hospital environment, we are the practice for you.

This position will perform patient assessments, diagnosis & treatment plans, consultations, patient counseling/education, family planning, well women exams.  Must be able to work in a fast paced environment and provide the highest extent of customer service and patient care.

Please submit resume to njobin@swfm.com  or fax to 623-935-4707.

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