Medical Biller - Workers Comp

Job Description

Job Description

Occupational health medical facility is seeking a full-time medical billing specialist. Prefer qualified candidate to have prior experience with submission of electronic billing, insurance appeals and denials, CPT/ICD10 codes, and payment posting. Knowledge with worker's comp insurance billing and collections rules also a plus.

Candidate must be detailed-oriented, dependable, goal-oriented, willingness to assist others as necessary and with ability to work independently. Good customer service skills are a must.

Medical Biller Duties and Responsibilities

• Ensure patient information is accurate and complete
• Request any missing patient information
• Review referrals and authorizations
• Confirm patient benefits and insurance
• Follow all regulations and guidelines set by Medicare, state programs, and HMO/PPO
• Transfer insurance claims and billing data to billing software
• Create both paper and electronic copies of documentation
• Develop and maintain a tracking system of incoming and late payments
• Monitor and date late payments
• Initiate late payment notices to relevant parties
• Respond to questions and complaints from patients or insurance companies
• Follow-up on late or missed payment notices
• Monitor and resolve financial discrepancies
• Arrange payment plans and timelines for payments
• File and maintain organized documentation of all billing and record
• Follow set billing processes and procedures
• Update and review all accounts to keep records of payments up-to-date
• Work with personal information and maintain patient confidentiality

Medical Biller Requirements and Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; Bachelor's degree in accounting, health care administration, finance, business, or related field preferred
• Two (2) years' previous experience as a medical biller or in a related healthcare administrative position
• Able to multitask, prioritize, and manage time efficiently
• Self-motivated and self-directed; able to work without supervision
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Proficient computer skills, Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Excel); working knowledge of billing software a plus
• Strong customer service skills and comfortable answering both patient and insurance company questions
• Able to analyze problems and strategize for better solutions

Monday - Friday, 40 hours per week

Salary: Commensurate with Experience

Experience:

• medical coding: 1 year (Preferred)
• billing: 1 year (Preferred)

Fast-paced medical facility provides medical and physical therapy services to 3,000+ employers in Central Illinois.

Company Description

Fast-paced medical facility provides medical and physical therapy services to 3,000+ employers in Central Illinois.