Medical Billing Specialist (Education support sector)

Job Summary:

A Billing Specialist is responsible for collecting, posting, and managing account payments for our educational support division. This position is also responsible for submitting claims and following-up with insurance companies.

Job Functions and Duties:

Prepares and submits clean claims to various insurance companies either electronically or by paper.

• Answers questions from patients, clerical staff, and insurance companies.
• Identifies and resolves patient billing complaints.
• Obtaining verification of benefits and eligibility as needed.
• Prepares, reviews, and sends patient statements.
• Evaluates patient’s financial status and established budget payment plans. Follows and reports status of delinquent accounts.
• Reviews accounts for possible assignment and makes recommendations to the Billing Supervisor; also prepares information for the collection agency.
• Performs daily backups on office computer system.
• Performs various collection actions including contacting patients by phone, correcting and resubmitting claims to third party payers.
• Processes payments from insurance companies and prepares a daily deposit.
• Attends weekly and monthly staff meetings.
• Maintains confidentiality and adheres to all HIPAA guidelines/regulations.
• Performs other duties and projects as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Must possess a High School Diploma or GED with one to three years of experience.
• Education or coursework in medical coding is desired.
• Strong leadership and mentoring skills.
• Excellent multi-tasker with high attention to details.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Punctual and time-sensitive.
• Team player with a strong analytical background.
• Strong knowledge of healthcare billing
• Keen eye for process and quality improvement.
• Organized and detailed oriented.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person