What are the responsibilities and job description for the Medical Billing Specialist position at Retina Associates of Michigan?
General
Summary
Responsible for the functions of the medical billing and coding office to ensure maximization of cash flow while improving patient, physician, and other customer relations. Requires strong business office skills, including critical thinking and the ability to produce and present detailed billing activity reports.
Essential Job Responsibilities-
Plans and directs patient insurance documentation, workload coding, billing
and collections, and data processing to ensure accurate billing and efficient
account collection.
Analyze billing and claims for accuracy and completeness; submit claims to
proper insurance entities and follow up on any issues.
Follow up on claims using various systems.
Maintains contacts with other departments to obtain and analyze additional
patient information to document and process billings.
Audits current procedures to monitor and improve efficiency of billing and
collections operations.
Participates in the development and implementation of operating policies and
procedures.
Keep up to date with carrier rule changes and distribute the information within the practice.
Understands and remains updated with current coding and billing regulations and compliance requirements.
Maintains a working knowledge of all health information management issues such as HIPAA and all health regulations.
Helps with training for new and existing billing staff on applicable operating policies, protocols, systems and procedures, standards, and techniques.
Performs other miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.
- Certified coder is a plus.
Experience - Minimum of five (5) years Medical Insurance/Healthcare Billing and
Collections experience in a medical practice or health system, with a deep
understanding of medical billing rules and regulations.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $22.00 - $26.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
Schedule:
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person
Salary : $22 - $26