What are the responsibilities and job description for the Billing Specialist position at Caravel Autism Health?
The Billing Specialist position manages and executes all aspects of Third-Party Payer billing and financial tracking.
Essential Functions:
Non-Essential Functions/Other Duties:
Supervisory Responsibility: Not applicable.
Travel Required: Minimal.
Physical Demands:
This is largely a sedentary role, with frequent sitting and computer keyboarding (10-key) required. Some lifting (up to 35 pounds), stooping and bending are required.
Qualifications:
Education:
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Coursework and/or experience in medical and/or health insurance billing, medical records management.
Experience:
- At least two years of previous medical insurance, billing, or claims processing related experience.
- Experience and strong knowledge of insurance procedures, reimbursement, contracts, and insurance appeal are preferred. CPT and ICD-10 certification a plus.
Skills and Competencies:
- Strong keyboarding and computer skills including MS Office (Word and Excel) experience at an intermediate level. 10-key data entry proficiency.
- Knowledge of basic medical coding and third-party operating procedures and practices, as well as knowledge of financial concepts.
- Experience working with basic office machinery and equipment, including computers, copiers, fax machines, multi-line phone systems, etc.
- Knowledge of HIPPA privacy and security rules and regulations.
- Excellent interpersonal skills, with the ability to communicate effectively with others.
- Strong organizational skills, with the ability to multi-task and meet deadlines.
- Demonstrates initiative, with the ability to manage self and workload.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities. Good mathematical aptitude.
- Exemplary customer service focus, for both internal and external clients.
- Able to work both independently and be self-directed, as well as being able to perform in a team atmosphere.
- Displays professionalism and represents organization in a professional manner.
- Ability to abide by ethical guidelines and policies, including strict adherence to confidentiality and HIPPA guidelines.
Salary : $19 - $21