What are the responsibilities and job description for the Medical Billing Specialist position at Emergency Billing Services?
Job Summary
We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Medical Billing Specialist to join our dynamic healthcare team. In this role, you will be responsible for establishing effective follow-up on outstanding insurance balances. Your expertise will help optimize revenue cycle management by working with insurance payers. This position offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to a thriving healthcare environment where your skills directly impact and improve physician reimbursement and patient satisfaction
Duties
- Manage accounts receivable by following up on unpaid or denied claims through health insurance claim processing procedures.
- Verify patient insurance coverage, benefits, and eligibility using EMR (Electronic Medical Record) systems and EHR (Electronic Health Record) management tools.
- Resolve billing discrepancies by communicating with insurance companies and healthcare providers to facilitate medical collection efforts.
- Maintain detailed records of billing activities, medical records, and coding documentation in compliance with privacy regulations.
- Stay current with updates in medical coding guidelines for ICD-10/ICD-9, CPT, DRG classifications, and health insurance policies to ensure accurate billing practices.
- Must be comfortable with using office applications such as Excel and Teams
Experience
- Proven experience in medical billing and coding within a healthcare setting, preferably with knowledge of reimbursement for physician services .
- Familiarity with payer portal use and EMR/EHR systems used for electronic health record management for billing and coding purposes.
- Strong understanding of health insurance claim processing procedures, third-party billing practices, and revenue cycle management strategies.
- Knowledge of medical terminology, medical records management, and the intricacies of medical coding guidelines is essential.
- Prior experience handling medical collections and resolving insurance denials will be highly valued.
- Excellent attention to detail combined with strong organizational skills to manage multiple accounts efficiently.
- Ability to adapt quickly to evolving healthcare regulations related to ICD coding (ICD-9/ICD-10), CPT coding, and other billing standards.
Join us in this vital role where your expertise will drive efficiency in our revenue cycle while supporting our commitment to delivering exceptional healthcare services!
Pay: $17.00 - $20.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k) matching
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Lake Milton, OH 44429
Salary : $17 - $20