What are the responsibilities and job description for the Medical Biller position at Dove Hospice Services?
Overview Dove Hospice Services of New Jersey is a community based hospice company serving the state of New Jersey’s elder care community.
We currently have a full time position available for a Hospice Medical Biller.
The hospice medical biller is responsible for the timely filing of claims, and follow-up as necessary to complete the revenue cycle process. The essential functions for the Hospice Medical Biller include the following:
- Verify accuracy of billing data and revise any errors.
- Experience in billing Medicare Part A for hospice or long term care.
- Using coded data to produce and submit claims to insurance companies.
- Reviews claims to ensure that payer specific billing requirements are met.
- Posting payments received from patients and third-party payors.
- Working directly with the insurance company, healthcare provider, and patient to get a claim processed and paid.
- Verifying patients' insurance coverage.
- Answering patients' billing questions.
- Handling collections on unpaid accounts.
- Managing the facility's Accounts Receivable reports.
- The ability to learn new programs and maneuver around Microsoft Excel.
Requirements:
- Billing and Coding Certificate.
- Understanding Hospice Medicare A billing and LTC Room and Board.
- High school diploma or equivalent required.
- Minimum 2-4 years Hospice medical billing and payment specialist or equivalent experience required.
- Experience with an electronic medical record system a plus
- Must be a team player who is able to multitask, work independently, and meet scheduled deadlines.
- Experience with Hospice Medicare/ Medicaid billing and coding preferred.
- Knowledge of HCPCS and ICD-10 codes.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Word and Excel.
- Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.
- Capable of prioritizing workflow and able to ensure deadlines are met.
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person