What are the responsibilities and job description for the Biller - Patient Financial Services position at Bingham Memorial Hospital?
We are looking for highly motivated individuals to join our ever growing team here at Bingham. You must be willing and able to learn new skills and adapt to change often, as the medical field is ever changing. You must have good communication skills and be detail oriented. We have multiple providers of all specialties. If you are looking for a rewarding and fulfilling career and enjoy fast paced environments this will be a good fit for you.
JOB REQUIREMENTS
Minimum Education: High School Diploma or equivalent.
Minimum Work Experience: 1 year experience in a related field or equivalent education.
Required Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities: Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of organization. Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to compute rate, ratio and percent.
BASIC JOB PURPOSE
Responsible for compiling itemized hospital bills, verifying patient insurance coverage and computing patient insurance benefits. Works closely with the Admitting Office, Medical Records and physicians' office staff.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Assumes responsibility for all accounts within one or more pay classes. Researches all information to complete the billing process. Follows up accounts until zero balance or turned over for collection. Answers all inquiries regarding accounts. Processes and distributes copies of billings as required. Maintains department records, reports, and files as required. Participates in educational programs and inservice meetings. Maintains a high level of Customer Service at all times in interactions with internal and external customers. Provides guidance to patients in regards to the processes of insurance companies. Cross trains in one or more pay classes to provide back ups for absent employees. Cross trains with the Admission staff to provide back up for absent employees. Responsible to post payments and balance their receipts daily. Answers inquiries from patients or responsible parties in regards to their bills. Accepts other duties as assigned by Supervisor, Manager, Division Head or Administration.
