What are the responsibilities and job description for the Medical Payment Poster (**Hybrid Chicago**) position at Kindbody?
About Kindbody
Kindbody is a leading fertility clinic network and family-building benefits provider for employers offering comprehensive virtual and in-person care. Kindbody's clinically managed program includes fertility assessments and education, fertility preservation, genetic testing, in vitro fertilization (IVF), donor and surrogacy services, and adoption, as well as physical, mental, and emotional support from preconception through postpartum. Kindbody is the trusted fertility benefits provider for more than 110 employers, covering more than 2.4 million lives. Many thousands more receive their fertility care directly from Kindbody throughout the country at signature clinics, mobile clinics, and partner clinics. As the fertility benefits provider, technology platform, and direct provider of high-quality care, Kindbody delivers a seamless, integrated experience with superior health outcomes at lower cost, making fertility care more affordable and accessible for all.
About the Role
As an experienced Medical Payment Poster reporting to our Medical Payment Posting Manager, you will be working in a fast-paced, rapidly growing environment where you will be relied on for your expertise, professionalism, and collaboration. This is a Hybrid role (minimum of 3 days in office, dependent on business needs) based out of our West Loop, Chicago Clinic.
ResponsibilitiesPost payments to the practice management system
Update Daily Cash Rec sheet, Pull payments from Clearing House, and review EDI’s on a daily basis.
Balance all batches and run transaction reports
Verify all EFT deposits and scanned checks have been accurately posted by
month-end
Identify line-item denials for medical necessity, non-covered services, and prior authorizations to be delegated appropriately
Accurately move balances to patient responsibility
Processing write-offs and adjustments from insurance payments
Recognizing trends from CPT codes and insurance companies
Open and sort through any mail for the Revenue Cycle Management team
Scan copies of RCM mail to the appropriate folders
Mail paper checks to the bank
Update paper check log for RCM Systems department to research EFT opportunities
Review payments and call for checks to be reissued if needed
Upload and post checks from various insurance websites weekly
Post online patient payments from various sites daily
Run and post credit cards from email, fax, and uploaded files
Accurately post insurance takebacks and miscellaneous deductions
Review patient encounters and make corrections as needed
Add missing CPT codes to encounters and update when needed
Call insurance companies/utilize websites to find missing EOB’s from bank statement payments.
Work with Manager and team to ensure all payment posting Gdrive files are completed in a timely manner.
Any other duties as assigned by the Senior Leadership
Desired Skills and Experience:
Associate's degree in Accounting/Finance or relevant experience.
Prior experience in healthcare payment posting, payment reconciliation required
Ability to read and interpret CMS 1500, and ERA’s,
Familiarity with MCO clearinghouses, along with prior experience in tracking down ERA’s from payer websites.
A passion for women’s health and fertility is a plus
Strong written and verbal communication skills & a team player
Willingness to be flexible, roll with the punches, multi-task, and troubleshoot problems
Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills
Exemplifies amazing customer service skills and professionalism
Experience in CPT and ICD-10 coding; familiarity with medical terminology
Ability to manage relationships with various insurance payers
Experience in filing claim appeals with insurance companies to ensure maximum entitled reimbursement.
Salary : $20 - $22