What are the responsibilities and job description for the Medical Biller position at DFS Advanced Wound Care?
Job Summary:
We are seeking a qualified and dedicated medical biller/coder to join our clinic team. In this position, you will be responsible for a variety of tasks requiring data analysis, in-depth evaluation, and sound judgment. You will assign required Current Procedural Terminology (CPT), Healthcare Common Procedure Coding System (HCPCS), International Classification of Diseases, Tenth Revision, Clinical Modification (ICD-10-CM), and American Society of Anesthesiologists (ASA) codes. You will assign Ambulatory Payment Classifications (APC) or Diagnosis-related group ( DRG ) codes.
To succeed in this role, you must possess in-depth knowledge of billing software and medical insurance policies. The ideal candidate must also be able to demonstrate excellent written and verbal communication skills, as communicating with clients and various insurance agents will form a large part of the job.
Responsibilities:
- Extracting relevant information from patient records.
- Liaising with physicians and other parties to clarify information.
- Examining documents for missing information.
- Assigning CPT, HCPCS, ICD-10-CM, and ASA codes.
- Assigning APC and DRG codes.
- Ensuring documents are grammatically correct and free from typing errors.
- Performing chart audits.
- Advising and training physicians and staff on medical coding.
- Informing supervisor of issues with equipment and computer program.
- Ensuring compliance with medical coding policies and guidelines.
- Prepare and submit billing data and medical claims to insurance companies.
- Ensure the patient’s medical information is accurate and up to date.
- Prepare bills and invoices, and document amounts due to medical procedures and services.
- Collect and review referrals and pre-authorizations.
- Monitor and record late payments.
- Follow-up on missed payments and resolve financial discrepancies.
- Examine patient bills for accuracy and request any missing information.
- Investigate and appeal denied claims.
- Help patients develop patient payment plans.
Requirements
- Certification or experience in business, health care administration, accounting or relevant field.
- A minimum of 3 years’ experience as a medical biller/coder.
- Experience with wound care and vein and vascular billing preferred.
- American Academy of Professional Coders (AAPC) certification.
- Proficient computer skills.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Strong people skills.
- Outstanding organizational and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to maintain the confidentiality of information.
- Solid understanding of billing software and electronic medical records.
- Strong understanding of job responsibilities and high level of accountability for daily job duties.
- Must have the ability to multitask and manage time effectively.
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $20.00 - $30.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Paid time off
Education:
- Associate (Preferred)
Experience:
- Medical billing: 3 years (Preferred)
- Medical coding: 3 years (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $20.00 - $30.00 per hour
Expected hours: 30 per week
Benefits:
- Paid time off
Schedule:
- Day shift
Work Location: In person
Salary : $20 - $30