What are the responsibilities and job description for the Medical Billing position at Suburban Gastroenterology Ltd?
Welcome to Suburban Gastroenterology, Ltd (SGI)! SGI is a thriving single specialty medical practice with an attached state of the art ambulatory surgical center located in the heart of Naperville, IL. We are a team of dedicated physicians and advance practice providers focused on treating gastrointestinal illness, colon cancer screening, liver disease and obesity. We provide a supportive and collaborative work environment with room for professional growth.
Medical Billing and Collections Specialist
We are currently seeking a meticulous and detail-oriented Medical Billing and Collections Specialist to join our dynamic billing team. The Medical Billing and Collections Specialist will play a crucial role in ensuring the timely collection of outstanding medical bills, minimizing profit loss, and working closely with insurance companies, patients, and internal staff to resolve payment questions and issues efficiently.
Responsibilities
- Manage accounts receivable by following up on unpaid or improperly paid claims and outstanding balances.
- Review and analyze patient accounts to identify delinquencies and discrepancies.
- Contact insurance companies and patients to resolve billing issues and facilitate/negotiate payment to increase the number of successful collections on outstanding debt.
- Assist in handling patient payment inquiries and concerns, perform claims follow-up activities, and perform special projects as directed.
- Utilize knowledge of medical billing, coding, and terminology to accurately and timely process claims.
- Collaborate with the billing department to address any coding errors or discrepancies, helping to resolve billing and patient credit issues.
- Maintain accurate records of all interactions and payment agreements and be able to accurately report on all collection activity and accounts receivable status.
- Maintains patient privacy and confidentiality at all times.
- Contribute to the fluctuating staffing needs of the department by being flexible in own assignments and work schedules.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent preferred; additional certification in Medical Billing or related field is a plus.
- 2 to 3 year’s proven experience in medical collections or a similar role within a healthcare setting.
- Familiarity with ICD-10 coding, DRG systems, and medical terminology.
- Proficiency in using medical office systems for billing and collections processes.
- Skilled in negotiation, patient service and problem-solving.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills to interact professionally and effectively with insurance companies, patients, and co-workers.
- Ability to prioritize tasks, have good judgment, take initiative, work accurately and independently, and meet deadlines/targets in a fast-paced environment.
Join our team as a Medical Collections Specialist and contribute to our mission of delivering exceptional healthcare services. If you are passionate about financial management in the healthcare industry and possess the required skills, we invite you to apply today to be part of our dedicated team. Please email cover letter and resume to HR@suburbangi.com
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $18.00 - $22.00 per hour
Expected hours: 40 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Employee discount
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person
Salary : $18 - $22
