Location: Bakersfield, CA (Onsite)

Classification: Full-Time

This position is non-exempt and will be paid on an hourly basis.

Schedule:

Monday- Universal Healthcare MSO's standard operating hours are Monday through Friday, from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Pacific Time. Unless otherwise specified, all employees are expected to work their assigned schedules and remain available during these operational hours. 

Benefits:

· Medical 

· Dental 

· Vision 

· Paid Time Off (PTO)

· Floating Holiday 

· Simple IRA Plan with a 3% Employer Contribution

· Employer Paid Life Insurance

· Employee Assistance Program

Compensation: The initial pay range for this position upon commencement of employment is projected to fall between $20.00 and $24.99. However, the offered base pay may be subject to adjustments based on various individualized factors, such as the candidate's relevant knowledge, skills, and experience. We believe that exceptional talent deserves exceptional rewards. As a committed and forward-thinking organization, we offer competitive compensation packages  

Position Summary:   

This position will be responsible for entering medical claim information into the various databases in a timely and accurate fashion. Responsible for the verification of all claims that are scanned into one of three families Anesthesia, COB, and Special batches. The Claims Coordinator will verify each claim in the batch, and the system will prompt the verifier to audit certain fields for accuracy and completeness.  

Job Duties and Responsibilities: 

• Mail Processing: Receive, sort claims and supporting documents according to company 

policy and procedures. 

• Identify claims lacking required information.  

• Scan, track and log all daily mail according to departmental policies and procedures. 

• Accurately identify and sort provider dispute 

• Perform basic management of electronic files (i.e., print, copy, scan, transfer and 

delete). 

• Enters data for envelopes, labels, form letters and correspondence. 

• Data Entry: Input and maintain accurate records of all incoming and outgoing 

documents, including claims, applications, and supporting documents. 

• Consistently meet internal, external, and governmental timeliness standards in 

processing claims to ensure prompt and efficient service delivery. 

• Maintain compliance with established production and quality standards, ensuring 

accuracy and efficiency in claim processing. 

• Work independently on assigned tasks and activities based on established policies and 

procedures, demonstrating autonomy and accountability. 

• Ensure accurate and proper denial processing in the system for claims deemed 

inappropriate for payment.  

• Works with numbers (i.e., add, subtract, multiply and divide). 

• Detects and correct errors. 

• Other related duties as assigned. 

 Qualifications 

• Excellent attention to detail, organization, and communication skills. 

• High School diploma or equivalent. 

• Knowledge of professional and institutional claim processing procedures, including COB 

(Coordination of Benefits)/TPL (Third Party Liability)/WC.  

• Performs high volume data entry. 

• Basic understanding of claims processes and workflows. 

• Familiar with office equipment (including a photocopy machine, scanner, facsimile 

machine, etc.)  

• Proficiency in MS Excel, Word, and Outlook. 

• Ability to type 60 Words per Minute (WPM) or 10,000 Keystrokes per Hour (KSPH). 

• Minimum of one year of practical experience or successful completion of an accredited 

vocational program in medical office and/or medical billing preferred. 

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment is 

essential.  

Other Requirements: 

• Possession of a valid driver's license. 

• Proof of state-required auto liability insurance.