What are the responsibilities and job description for the Medical Billing Specialist position at Dermatology San Antonio?
Job Title: Billing Specialist Summary of Duties: Responsible for collecting, posting and managing account payments. Responsible for submitting claims and following up with insurance companies. Supervision Received: Reports to Billing Supervisor.
Essential Functions:
1. Prepares and submits clean claims to various insurance companies either electronically or by paper.
2. Answers questions from patients, clerical staff and insurance companies.
3. Identifies and resolves patient billing complaints.
4. Prepares, reviews and sends patient statements
5. Evaluates patient’s financial status and establishes budget payment plans. Follows and reports status of delinquent accounts.
6. Reviews accounts for possible assignment and makes recommendations to the Billing Supervisor, also prepares information for the collection agency.
7. Performs daily backups on office computer system
8. Performs various collection actions including contacting patients by phone, correcting and resubmitting claims to third party payers.
9. Processes payments from insurance companies and prepares a daily deposit.
10. Participates in educational activities and attends monthly staff meetings.
11. Conducts self in accordance with HPA’s employee manual.
12. Maintains strictest confidentiality; adheres to all HIPAA guidelines/regulations.
13. Any other duties asked to complete.
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Experience:
- ERP systems: 2 years (Preferred)
Work Location: In person