Job Description

Description:
Billing Specialists are responsible for inputting the correct codes of various medical services to that healthcare practitioners and facilities can receive payment for services rendered under their care. Billing Specialists are responsible for the accurate flow of medical information and patient data between facilities, patients and third-party payers. The ideal candidate has a commitment to professionalism, ability to thrive in a fast pace / high volume environment, and a passion for excellence and customer service.

Responsibilities:

• Submit insurance claims via electronic clearinghouse and paper claims via mail
• Audit and correct all claims on UB04 and/ or CNS 1500 formats
• Reviews all EOBs received in the mail/ electronically that require attention
• Perform audits of assigned accounts before submitting claims to ensure accuracy and validity
• Provide continual follow-up within the billing software to ensure claims are received by insurance companies appropriately
• Review claim holds and facilitates clean claim processing
• Work within the department and with the other departments to ensure precise submission of claims
• Ensure all claims are submitted with a goal of zero errors
• Ensure patient demographics are correctly entered into the billing software
• Participate in companywide and departmental meetings
• Commit to providing excellent customer service while maintaining the highest degree of professionalism while working in a team environment to meet goals
• Adhere to all policies and procedures as outlined in the Employee Handbook
• Understand and complie with all HIPAA rules and regulations

Requirements

• High school/ GED required.
• 2-3 years’ experience in medical billing, preferably in the substance abuse field
• Strong attention to detail, goal oriented
• Ability to work efficiently within deadlines
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple responsibilities
• Proficiency using Microsoft Office products
• Coding Certification a plus
• Experience with behavioral/ mental health preferred
• Experience coding and billing for psychiatry a plus
• Experience in COT and ICD-9 AND ICD-10 coding; familiarity with medical terminology

This is an onsite position, hours are Mon - Fri 8 am - 5 pm.

Job Tags

Temporary work,

Similar Jobs