What are the responsibilities and job description for the Medical Billing Revenue Cycle Appeal Specialist Commercial Payors position at Air Evac Lifeteam?
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Medical Billing – Revenue Cycle – Appeal Specialist - Commercial
Location: Remote or On-Site
Hourly Pay: $20
This position is bonus eligible
Work Schedule: Training M-F 8am-5pm CST, Flex Hours (after training) M-F 7am-7pm CST
JOB SUMMARY
The Appeal Specialist supports the functions of the Revenue Cycle Appeal team by assisting in the review of denied and underpaid claims for the formal appeal and dispute process with the payor. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to; classification of appeals, research of accounts, preparing documents, obtaining appeal status, and review of appeal determinations.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS/DUTIES
- Review Explanation of Benefits, denial letters, and payor correspondence to classify type of appeal required.
- Gather, prepare, and review documentation and various forms needed to submit appeals correctly per payor guidelines.
- Engage patients via phone and/or mail to obtain requested information pertaining to the appeal process.
- Document the details, requirements, and deadlines of each individual appeal in billing software.
- Use reports to manage daily workflow and ensure accounts are processed within required timeframes.
- Timely and regular follow-up with payors regarding status of appeals – Makes routine phone calls and contact to payor/insurance for status and/or discussion of appeal determination or outcome.
- Ability to identify payor issues within the appeal process and discuss potential improvements and workflow solutions with leadership.
- Additional duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS
Required Experience:
- Must be fluent in English
- Minimum of one (1) year of medical billing experience
- Professional written and verbal communication skills
- Knowledge of navigating insurance payor portals
- Ability to verify insurance claim status and complete medical records
- Knowledge and experience of computers and related technology at an intermediate level
- Ability to work independently with little or no direction and as a member of a team
Preferred Experience:
- Minimum of one (1) year working in a call center environment
- Above average knowledge of insurance billing guidelines and policies
- Experience with Commercial Insurance processes and policies
- Experience with BCBS Insurance
Preferred Education:
- High school diploma
- GED
- Or significant, relevant work experience
Why Choose Air Evac Lifeteam? As a leader in helicopter air ambulance services, Air Evac Lifeteam is one of Global Medical Response's (GMR) family of solutions. Our GMR teams deliver compassionate, quality medical care, primarily in the areas of emergency and patient relocation services. View the stories on how our employees provide care to the world at www.AtaMomentsNotice.com. Learn how our values are at the core of our services and vital to how we approach care and check out our comprehensive benefit options at www.GlobalMedicalResponse.com/Careers .
EEO Statement
Global Medical Response and its family of companies are an Equal Opportunity Employer, which includes supporting veterans and providing reasonable accommodations for individuals with a disability.
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Salary : $20
