What are the responsibilities and job description for the BILLING SPECIALIST (12777) position at CULLMAN REGIONAL?
| Job Summary: | Rating: |
| ▪ | Completes accurate patient registration and charge entry. |
| ▪ | Performs patient billing and insurance claims filing. |
| ▪ | Accepts and posts payments to accounts. |
| ▪ | Resolves patient and insurance credit balances as assigned. |
| ▪ | Receives walk in customers and answers phone promptly. |
| ▪ | Works aged insurance claims to obtain reimbursement. |
| ▪ | Submits payer appeals as necessary and completes follow-up for final resolution. |
| ▪ | Pulls records for medical review/subpoena per policy. |
| ▪ | Files and retrieves paper and electronic claims and remittance advice reports. |
| ▪ | Works claim denials to ensure maximum reimbursement for services provided. |
| ▪ | Enters accurate and thorough documentation of pertinent events regarding the handling of the account including research of prior accounts. |
| ▪ | Demonstrates and encourages team behavior and exceptional patient/guest experiences. |
| ▪ | Upholds and promotes patient safety and quality. |
| Minimum Knowledge, Skills, Experience Required | |||
| Education: | |||
| High School Diploma or equivalent. | |||
| Experience: | |||
| One year working in Medical Billing. | |||
| Additional Skills / Abilities: | |||
| Must be self-directed / self-motivated; must have good communication and interpersonal skills. Must be able to: (1) perform a variety of duties often changing from one task to another of a different nature without loss of efficiency or composure; (2) work independently; (3) recognize the rights and responsibilities of patient confidentiality; (4) relate to others in a manner which creates a sense of teamwork and cooperation; and (5) maintain a customer focus and strive to satisfy the customer's perceived need. |