What are the responsibilities and job description for the Medical Biller/ Administrative Assistant position at Insyte Psychiatric?
A private psychiatric practice is looking for a Medical Biller and Administrative Assistant professional to become a part of our team. We will provide an excellent opportunity for personal and professional growth. Must be able to show up to work consistently. If you are not reliable please do not apply.
DUTIES
DUTIES
- To ensure that all patient information is accurate and complete and request any missing patient information.
- To obtain and review referrals and authorizations for treatments.
- To confirm patient benefits and insurance eligibility.
- To follow and adhere to all regulations and guidelines set by state programs, and HMO/PPO, etc.
- To transfer insurance claims and billing data to billing software.
- To update billing software with rate changes.
- To create both paper and electronic copies of documentation.
- To develop and maintain a tracking system of incoming and late payments.
- To follow up on late payments and initiate late payment notices to relevant parties.
- To work with personal information and maintain patient confidentiality.
- To monitor and resolve financial discrepancies.
- To handle and answer all patient or insurance telephone inquiries.
- Should possess excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Should have a good knowledge of insurance guidelines as well as schemes like HMO/PPO, other payer requirements, and systems.
- Should be competent enough to use computer systems preferably MAC and Google software, and calculators.
- Must be familiar with CPT and the latest coding guidelines.
- Should possess good communication skills and must be able to handle and resolve issues of patients and insurance payers.
- Should be comfortable to be a part of the team and work in a team environment.
- Should be able to prioritize the tasks and handle multiple situations.
- Should have a problem-solving aptitude and ready to work on resolving discrepancies.
- Should have a sound knowledge of accounting and bookkeeping procedures.
- Should be able to maintain patient confidentiality as per the HIPAA