What are the responsibilities and job description for the Dermatology Billing Office Associate position at Dermatology Consultants Midwest?
We are looking for a friendly, positive, professional, organized billing office associate for a fast paced, high volume office.
The billing office associate performs administrative duties to ensure timely filing and payment of insurance claims, follows up on unpaid insurance and patient balances, and answers billing questions.
JOB DUTIES:
- Claims follow-up: Track claim status, follow up on denied or unpaid claims and initiate appeals to resolve issues with insurance companies.
- Patient and insurance communications: Answer patient questions about billing and set up payment plans. Communicate with insurance companies to clarify billing details and check claim status.
- Payment and account management: Post payments, update patient information, and manage outstanding balances to ensure accounts are accurate and up-to-date.
- Verification of insurance, collecting deductible and balances.
- Maintains knowledge of all providers' schedules and restrictions
- Medical records
- Assist with front desk when needed
REQUIREMENTS:
- Knowledge of medical terminology and coding systems like CPT, ICD-10 is preferred, but not required.
- Excellent organizational abilities
- Must be able to multi-task
- Must be a team player
- Excellent customer service skills with outstanding phone and written and verbal communication skills
- Positive and upbeat personality
- Knowledge of grammar, spelling and medical terminology preferred
- General knowledge of healthcare insurance and terminology preferred
- Professional and mature demeanor with presentable appearance
- Previous experience with EMR preferred
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $17.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
Work Location: In person
Salary : $17