What are the responsibilities and job description for the Medical Billing Specialist position at Touchstone Interventional Pain Center?
Our business is growing and we are expanding so need additional staff to help us. If you are interested in working in an innovative and positive cultural, like to be busy and help patients this is the place for you.
Responsible for billing all aspects of practice – posting charges and payments, claim submission, insurance verification and authorization, following up on outstanding claim payments, and appeals.
Essential Duties:
1. Posting of all charges and payments in computer.
2. Submits insurance claims, electronic and paper.
3. Identifying and billing secondary or tertiary insurances.
4. Check each insurance payment for accuracy and compliance with contract rates.
5. Research on all unpaid or under paid claims with insurances.
6. Follow up on unpaid claims within standard billing cycle timeframe.
7. Calling insurance companies regarding any discrepancy in payments.
8. Researching and appealing denied claims.
9. Reviewing patient bills for accuracy and completeness and obtaining any missing information.
10. Responsible for generating patients’ statements and follow up on unpaid patient bills.
11. Verifies patient insurance prior to appointments.
12. Obtains insurance authorization as needed.
13. Assists patients with billing questions.
14. Prepare accounts for collections.
15. Establish and manage patient payment plans according to established policies.
16. Other duties as may be assigned.
ORGANIZATIONAL DUTIES:
1. Perform daily/weekly/monthly duty assignments
2. Function as an active and productive team member.
a. Help is offered to others to solve problems and complete tasks in order to facilitate positive team dynamics.
b. Productive work habits are consistently displayed.
c. Time off is scheduled to avoid disrupting workflow.
d. Constructive input is offered to support the work unit.
e. Accountability for actions and decisions is demonstrated in daily work.
f. Feedback is solicited and accepted in a positive manner.
3. Protects patients’ rights by maintaining confidentiality of medical, personal, and financial information.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Reasonable accommodations may be made for employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.
1. Prolonged periods sitting at a desk/workstation and working on a computer.
2. Must be able to lift up to 20 pounds at times.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $20.00 - $23.00 per hour
Expected hours: 40 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Employee assistance program
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
Schedule:
- Day shift
Experience:
- Medical billing: 2 years (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Medford, OR 97504: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $20 - $23