Job Summary

The Third-Party Billing Specialist, under supervision, verifies billing invoices and documents receipt of co-payments from patients, AHCCCS reimbursements, and third-party payments from outside insurance carriers. This position post payments and reconciles vendor accounts. The incumbent will use an electronic tracking system, requiring input of outstanding invoice and receipt of payments. This position contacts vendors about outstanding medical accounts, addresses invoice disputes and assists with the resolution of complex billing issues.

Principle Duties and Responsibilities

• Sets up account records, compute accounts receivables, record payments, process accounts payables, reconcile ledger accounts, and prepare related reports.
• Process, review, and route a variety of financial forms, reports, verifications, third-party billings, verification of insurance plans, patient eligibility, and other documents.
• Provide complex, specialized billing support for the Health Department by responding to general billing inquiries, conduct research, prepare and send billing collection notices, maintain and update departmental files, data and/or other related documents.
• Assist supervisor by reviewing invoices and documents for compliance with operational procedures; ensure accuracy and completeness.
• Provide customer service to employees and public; answer questions, review forms, and refer issues to appropriate personnel when needed.
• Prepare fiscal related reports as needed for assigned area; research and verify accuracy of necessary data.
• Maintain the department billing files and related operational information.
• Perform other duties of a similar nature or level as requested by supervisor or director.

Education, Certifications and Experience Required

High School Diploma or GED plus two (2) years billing work experience; and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job such as those listed above.

Special Requirements

• Must be proficient with Excel;
• Must possess and maintain a valid Arizona Driver's License;
• Must have a current Level 1 Arizona Clearance Card. Failure to maintain a current Level 1 Clearance Card will result in termination from this position.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $17.23 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• AD&D insurance
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Profit sharing
• Vision insurance

Experience level:

• 2 years

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Experience:

• Medical billing: 2 years (Required)

Work Location: In person