What are the responsibilities and job description for the Medical Billing Specialist position at Cornerstone Orthopedic Institute?
Established and successful orthopedic practice is looking to hire a self-motivated and enthusiastic Medical Billing Specialist. Cornerstone Orthopedic Institute has proudly served the South Texas Region for over 35 years. COI is currently the premier location in Rio Grande Valley to receive orthopedic services. In addition to local residents, the practice also serves patients from all over the western hemisphere who travel in order to seek the expert advice of our elite providers and prestigious and innovative patient quality care.
General Summary of Duties: Certified Professional Coder preferred, needed for a large orthopedic practice in Edinburg, TX
Principle Duties and Responsibilities:
- Researches all information needed to complete the billing process
- Follow up on claims, including tracking denials, resolving underpayments in a timely manner, managing refunds, and filing appeals
- Assist with answering patient calls
- Additional duties as assigned by the Manager to meet department needs
Requirements:
- Minimum of 3 years of billing experience in a health care organization, CPT and ICD-10 knowledge, aging, and collection processing.
- Orthopedic billing experience preferred.
- Interpersonal skills to deal effectively with patients, physicians, and staff.
- Organizational skills to schedule time appropriately
- Ability to follow collection accounts to a successful conclusion.
- Knowledge of third-party billing and other collection skills
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person