What are the responsibilities and job description for the Billing Specialist position at Family Foot and Ankle Clinic?
Job Summary
Family Foot and Ankle Clinic is a private practice Podiatry Clinic serving 7 locations in Wisconsin. We are seeking a detail oriented and experienced Medical Billing Specialist for our Weston location.
As a small, close knit group, we provide an environment focused on team-work where our individual talents help contribute to the growing success of our company. Our goal is not only to take care of our patient, but our valued staff as well.
Duties
- Work with outside billing team to resolve insurance questions.
- Pull patient records for external audits.
- Generate patient refunds.
- Oversee outstanding collections process.
- Monitor accounts receivable.
- Assist with answering incoming phone calls.
- Work with patients to discuss eligibility results and alternative payment methods.
- Be pro-active in obtaining past-due debts from patient through phone and mail correspondence.
- Identify when turning patients over to collections is necessary.
- Maintain up-to-date knowledge of medical terminology practices to ensure accurate billing.
- Collaborate with healthcare providers to obtain necessary documentation for billing purposes.
Skills
- Outstanding phone etiquette and attention to detail.
- Medical billing experience preferred.
- Must be comfortable asking for payments.
- Strong knowledge of medical terminology and processes related to medical billing and collections.
- Familiarity with electronic health record (EHR) systems and billing software.
- Excellent attention to detail with strong analytical skills for identifying discrepancies.
- Ability to communicate effectively with healthcare providers, insurance companies, and patients.
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
- Prior experience in a medical office setting is preferred but not mandatory.
Join our team as a Billing Specialist where your expertise will play a vital role in ensuring the smooth operation of our billing processes while contributing positively to patient care through accurate financial management.
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $17.50 - $20.50 per hour
Expected hours: 15 – 20 per week
Schedule:
- Day shift
- No nights
- No weekends
Work Location: In person
Salary : $18 - $21