What are the responsibilities and job description for the Medical Biller/Claim Follow up Specialist position at Temecula Valley Cardiology Medical Group Inc?
General Summary: A nonexempt position responsible for all billing processes that require the entry of patient demographics, daily charges and work on patient A/R. The billing clerk should have extensive knowledge of coding, insurance plans, fee schedules, interpretation and recording of all information from explanation of benefits and/or patient statements. This position is on site. Remote work not available.
Essential Job Responsibilities:
- Reviewing upcoming appointments for any amount due from patient, including but not limited to deductibles and co-insurance.
- Inform patients of all amounts due before they arrive in office.
- Ensuring that all data is interpreted and recorded with in the system accurately. The information being valid and correct is absolutely necessary.
- Maintaining all patient demographics, processing daily charges, hospital charges, etc.
- Ensures that referrals and/or authorizations are consistent with the services being rendered.
- Update and resubmit any changes made to the patient’s insurance plans.
- Handle in office patient billing inquires.
- Patient A/R
- Claim follow up: reviewing claims requiring additional information, providing requested data, revising claim if necessary
- Other duties as assigned.
- Education: High school diploma or equivalent. Some college preferred. Experience: Minimum two year medical billing experience. Knowledge: Knowledge of medical terminology. Knowledge of clinic policies and procedures. Knowledge of computer systems, programs, and spreadsheet applications. Skills: Skill in oral and written communication. Skill in time management and organization. Skill in multi-tasking. Skill on stress management
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $18.00 - $23.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply
Work Location: In person
Salary : $18 - $23