What are the responsibilities and job description for the BILLING COORDINATOR-BRIDGING LIFE HOSPICE position at LifeBridge Health?
JOB SUMMARY
Responsible for adding new information into WellSky, as requested, specifically facility, physician and insurance information. Prepares final billing in a timely and accurate manner for all Medicare accounts. Researches, verifies, corrects, and resubmits all rejected Medicare claims promptly. Files Room and Board claims to Medicaid in a timely fashion. Forwards Medicaid Room and Board reimbursements to the appropriate facility as they are received. Recognizes and communicates all new claim issues and reports to management with suggestions for resolution. Verifies patient information is accurate prior to submitting the Notice of Election to Medicare. Submits the Notice of Election to Medicare within the time requirement as determined by CMS. Compiles and submits all month end numbers within the required time.
REQUIREMENTS
Responsible for adding new information into WellSky, as requested, specifically facility, physician and insurance information. Prepares final billing in a timely and accurate manner for all Medicare accounts. Researches, verifies, corrects, and resubmits all rejected Medicare claims promptly. Files Room and Board claims to Medicaid in a timely fashion. Forwards Medicaid Room and Board reimbursements to the appropriate facility as they are received. Recognizes and communicates all new claim issues and reports to management with suggestions for resolution. Verifies patient information is accurate prior to submitting the Notice of Election to Medicare. Submits the Notice of Election to Medicare within the time requirement as determined by CMS. Compiles and submits all month end numbers within the required time.
REQUIREMENTS
- Medicare and Medicaid Experience Required
- Hospice experience preferred
