What are the responsibilities and job description for the Medical Billing Specialist position at Litchfield Hills Orthopedics?
Busy Orthopedic office seeking experienced medical billing specialist. Job duties include posting charges, posting payments, answering phones, sending statements, and working aging reports. Demonstrating knowledge in ins. billing, deductibles, and copays. The position also requires knowledge of HIPPA privacy and requirements, electronic claims, clearinghouse, and billing software. Prior experience in an Asc, hospital billing, or medical office is required.
Job Description:
- Entering charges
- Entering payments from ins. co. and patients
- Calling ins. co. for proper payment and doing appeals
- Knowledge of implants used in surgeries
- Calling patients and taking calls from patients
- Working with the collection agency
- Monthly balancing and closing out each month-end
- Capturing all charges and payments
- Making sure we are paid according to contracts
- Working with surgeons regarding charges and appeals
- Attention to detail and organization is a must
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $19.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person
Salary : $19
