What are the responsibilities and job description for the Medical Biller position at Diabetes & Endocrinology Associates?
Job Overview
We are seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Medical Biller to join our healthcare team. In this vital role, you will be responsible for managing the billing process, ensuring accurate submission of claims, and facilitating smooth communication between healthcare providers, insurance companies, and patients. Your expertise will help optimize revenue cycles and improve overall patient satisfaction. The ideal candidate is proactive, organized, and possesses a strong understanding of medical coding, insurance procedures, and billing software systems. This position offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to efficient healthcare operations while advancing your career in medical billing and coding.
Duties
- Prepare and submit accurate medical claims using billing software, ensuring compliance with all relevant coding standards such as CPT (Current Procedural Terminology), ICD-9, ICD-10 (International Classification of Diseases), and DRG (Diagnosis-Related Group) codes.
- Review patient records and medical documentation to verify the accuracy of billing information and ensure proper coding for procedures and diagnoses.
- Follow up on unpaid or denied claims by communicating with insurance companies, resolving discrepancies, and resubmitting claims as needed.
- Manage medical collections by contacting patients regarding outstanding balances and setting up payment plans when appropriate.
- Maintain detailed records of all billing transactions, claim statuses, adjustments, and payments within electronic health record (EHR) or electronic medical record (EMR) systems.
- Collaborate with healthcare providers to clarify documentation or coding issues that may impact billing accuracy.
- Stay current with changes in healthcare claims management regulations, health insurance policies, and updates to medical coding standards to ensure compliance.
Experience
- Proven experience in medical billing or medical office administration with a solid understanding of healthcare claims management.
- Familiarity with medical coding systems including CPT, ICD-9, ICD-10, ICD coding conventions, and DRG classifications.
- Proficiency in using billing software, EMR/EHR systems, and Microsoft Office applications for documentation and reporting purposes.
- Knowledge of health insurance processes, including verification of benefits, pre-authorizations, and claim adjudication.
- Strong customer service skills with the ability to communicate effectively with patients, insurance representatives, and healthcare providers.
- Experience working with medical records and understanding medical terminology is highly desirable.
- Ability to multitask efficiently in a fast-paced environment while maintaining attention to detail.
Join us as a Medical Biller and play a crucial role in ensuring seamless financial operations within our healthcare organization! Your expertise will directly impact the efficiency of our billing processes while supporting excellent patient care through accurate financial management.
Pay: $25.00 - $30.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
Salary : $25 - $30