Job Summary:
Centra Diagnostics is looking for a Medical Biller/ AR Specialist to join our rapidly growing toxicology laboratory located in Los Angeles. For a decade now, we’ve been serving our community to make healthcare better and more reliable. Our mission is to improve health by providing quality, accuracy, consistency, and reliability.

Duties:
- Reviewing medical records and charges to ensure accuracy and completeness.

- Preparing and submitting claims to insurance companies and payers

- Tracking and following up on claims status and payment

- Identifying and resolving errors or denials

- Negotiating agreements with Insurance Companies

- Payment Posting

- Communicating with patients and healthcare providers as needed

- Maintaining up-to-date knowledge of billing regulations and guidelines

- Adhering to HIPAA privacy and security standards

- Collaborating with other departments, like patient accounts and clinical teams

- Meeting productivity and accuracy standards

- Taking initiatives to create processes and systems to make our work environment more productive and efficient.

Requirements:
- Communicates effectively with all levels of staff.
- Maintains composure while working under high pressure.
- Demonstrates strong interpersonal skills that foster a positive environment.
- Demonstrates flexibility and ability to adapt to change.
- Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills
- Ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines

Experience:
- Experience with Windows applications and Microsoft Office Suite. Proficient use of computer, Internet, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, and database management.
- Strong communication. Including verbal, written, and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to analyze and solve problems with limited assistance.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality.
- Basic math skills.
- Critical thinking, analytical, and problem-solving skills.

Performing the duties of this job requires sitting or standing for long periods of time. Occasional bending, stretching, or lifting. Ability to hear the normal range of voice. Ability to prepare written reports and use telephone equipment. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $22.00 - $28.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Experience level:

• 2 years

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Experience:

• Accounting: 1 year (Preferred)
• Microsoft Excel: 1 year (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

• Los Angeles, CA 90066 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Los Angeles, CA 90066: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person