What are the responsibilities and job description for the Medical Billing Specialist position at Children's Program?
MEDICAL BILLING SPECIALIST
We are a well-established children's outpatient mental health practice, serving children and families in the Portland area since 1980. We are looking for a medical billing specialist to join our experienced billing department.
Job Duties May Include but not limited to:
- Verify patient insurance coverage & Mental Health benefit information through online payer tools.
- Claim review and submission to insurance payers.
- Follow up with insurers regarding unpaid or denied claims, exceptions, and exclusions.
- Resolve or correct problems with claims and resubmit to insurers.
- Post insurance payments to patient accounts.
- Communicates effectively with clients over the phone or email to resolve complex account inquires
- Follow HIPAA guidelines for customer information.
- Sets up payment plans for clients requiring assistance.
Qualifications and Requirements:
- 2 years’ experience in medical insurance billing required.
- Knowledge of insurance billing procedures, CPT/ICD-10 codes, collection practices & medical terminology.
- Excellent customer service skills, organizational skills & attention to detail.
- Experience with Microsoft Office suite is preferred.
· Identify strengths and weaknesses through alternative solutions; consider conclusions or multiple approaches to problems.
Our employees receive a generous PTO and paid holiday package, along with shorter workdays each Friday.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $22.00 - $25.00 per hour
Expected hours: 40 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
Experience:
- ICD-10: 2 years (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Portland, OR 97221: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $22 - $25
