Medical Billing Specialist

POSITION SUMMARY :

The MEDICAL BILLING SPECIALIST performs clerical and accounting functions for patient billing, including verification of invoice information, maintenance of third-party billing records, and resolution of problems. Follows up on submitted and patient billing; resubmit claims or corrects inaccuracies. May handle cash items and accounts receivable posting. Works with others in a team environment.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES :

• Psychiatry Office.Processes billing to patients and third-party insurance companies.
• Maintains supporting documentation files and current patient addresses.
• Researches and responds by telephone and / or in writing to patient inquiries regarding billing issues and problems.
• Monitors submitted claims, follows up on unpaid claims, and initiates dialogue with insurance companies.
• Resubmit claims to insurance companies as necessary.
• May receive and receive cash items and third-party reimbursements
• Posts and reconciles payments to patient ledgers.
• Balances daily batches and reports.
• Maintains patient demographic information and data collection systems.
• Identifies and resolves patient billing complaints
• Follows and reports the status of delinquent accounts.
• Performs various collection actions, including contacting patients by phone, and correcting and resubmitting claims to third-party payers.
• Performs miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.
• Maintains strictest confidentiality; adheres to all HIPAA guidelines / regulations.
• Insurance Verification.
• Referrals

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE :

Prior medical billing and administrative experience in a private medical office.

Customer service

Benefits :

401(k)

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Schedule :

8 hour shift

Monday to Friday

Experience :

ICD-10 : 1 year (Preferred)

This position requires the individual to undergo and pass an L2 Background check through AHCA (Florida Agency for Healthcare Administration) before their first day of employment. This process includes fingerprinting.

If you do not possess an active / eligible L2 background check, we are unable to offer the job. Please note that the individual may be charged $89.15 to complete the fingerprinting process through DTIS (Digital Trusted Identity Services).