Medical Billing Specialist
Job Type
Full-time
Description

General Job Summary: Responsible for performing billing and collections.


**Option to work from home after training period is complete.


Essential Job Functions:

  • Responsible for entering all registration and benefit/eligibility verification of procedures for all accounts.
  • Review all accounts payables within designated financial class for insurance follow up.
  • Attach all documentation to claims for payments.
  • Post all insurance and patient payments into practice management system. Assists patient with billing questions on accounts.
  • Research and correct all denials received.
  • Document all correspondence with patient, insurance carriers, and vendors.
  • Review credit balance accounts.
  • Compliance with HIPAA guidelines.
  • Demonstrated passion for excellence with respect to treating and caring for customers in-person and over the phone.
  • Performs other duties that may be necessary or in the best interest of the practice.
Requirements

Education/Experience:

  • High School Diploma or equivalent.
  • Associate’s Degree in Coding/Billing or minimum of two years medical billing experience preferred.
  • Billing experience in a medical practice setting is preferred.

Other Requirements: Schedules will change as department needs change, including overtime and weekends.


Performance Requirements:


Knowledge:

  • Knowledge of medical billing/collection practices.
  • Knowledge of insurance filing and payment posting techniques.
  • Knowledge of basic medical coding and third-party operating procedures and practices.
  • Knowledge of practice management and electronic health records systems.

Skills:

  • Skill in oral and written communication.
  • Skill in time management, organization, and multi-tasking.
  • Detail oriented (high level).
  • Basic math skills.

Abilities:

  • Ability to maintain confidentiality of all business/work information and the ability to effectively work with others.
  • Ability to use math skills to accurately complete daily balancing.

Equipment Operated: Standard office equipment.


Work Environment: Medical Office. Sitting about 90% in front of a computer screen. Fast paced high productivity environment.