What are the responsibilities and job description for the Medical Billing Technician position at Akeela Inc.?
Position Summary**
The Medical Billing Technician, in coordination with and under the immediate direction of the Lead Medical Billing Technician, is responsible for Medical Billing of Professional Services provided by Akeela Staff and contractors.
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Principle Duties and Responsibilities Include But Are Not Limited To:
Preparing and Processing Claims
Involvement in Representing Department Communications with Regards to Staff
Understanding and Applying Current Required State Regulations in Reference to Akeela Services
Understanding the overall general functions of the EHR
Assist in annual agency audit preparation
Participate in appropriate meetings
Perform other duties as assigned**
Essential Skills-Any Equivalent Combination of Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, Education and Experience:
Must have the ability to learn new software programs
Must be detail oriented.
Ability to follow through to completion by written desk procedures and verbal instructions
Must be able to ask questions for clarification of processes.
Must possess computer skills to perform specific duties and essential functions listed above
Acceptable written and verbal communication skills and be able to use those skills in effective communication with other employees, clients and vendors.
Ability to multi-task and handle interruptions in an efficient manner.
Self-motivated, strong organizational skills and strong attention to detail.
Willingness to take on full responsibility of job duties listed above.
Ability to work as a team member of the Finance Department.
Ability to adhere to established work schedule.
Must be willing to pass pre-employment test
Ability to physically tolerate sedentary job, and work with computers and other equipment for several hours per day.
Education And Work Requirements
High school diploma or equivalent.
Medical Billing Experience Preferred
Must be PC literate to include keyboarding and 10-key by touch, MS Word, MS Excel, Internet research
Operational knowledge of office equipment copiers, scanners, fax machines, postage machine, etc.
Must have a personal vehicle and valid Alaska Drivers License and Auto Insurance coverage.
The Medical Billing Technician, in coordination with and under the immediate direction of the Lead Medical Billing Technician, is responsible for Medical Billing of Professional Services provided by Akeela Staff and contractors.
**
Principle Duties and Responsibilities Include But Are Not Limited To:
Preparing and Processing Claims
- Preparing and Management of Client Record and Activities
- Preparing Claims for Processing
- Maintain electronic and physical client billing files
Involvement in Representing Department Communications with Regards to Staff
Understanding and Applying Current Required State Regulations in Reference to Akeela Services
Understanding the overall general functions of the EHR
Assist in annual agency audit preparation
Participate in appropriate meetings
Perform other duties as assigned**
Essential Skills-Any Equivalent Combination of Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, Education and Experience:
Must have the ability to learn new software programs
Must be detail oriented.
Ability to follow through to completion by written desk procedures and verbal instructions
Must be able to ask questions for clarification of processes.
Must possess computer skills to perform specific duties and essential functions listed above
Acceptable written and verbal communication skills and be able to use those skills in effective communication with other employees, clients and vendors.
Ability to multi-task and handle interruptions in an efficient manner.
Self-motivated, strong organizational skills and strong attention to detail.
Willingness to take on full responsibility of job duties listed above.
Ability to work as a team member of the Finance Department.
Ability to adhere to established work schedule.
Must be willing to pass pre-employment test
Ability to physically tolerate sedentary job, and work with computers and other equipment for several hours per day.
Education And Work Requirements
High school diploma or equivalent.
Medical Billing Experience Preferred
Must be PC literate to include keyboarding and 10-key by touch, MS Word, MS Excel, Internet research
Operational knowledge of office equipment copiers, scanners, fax machines, postage machine, etc.
Must have a personal vehicle and valid Alaska Drivers License and Auto Insurance coverage.