What are the responsibilities and job description for the Claims Follow-up Specialist I (FT)| Business Services | Ames | 2026-149 position at McFarland Brand 2016-09-29?
McFarland Clinic is currently accepting applications for Claims Follow-up Specialist for its Ames office. Candidates should be service-oriented, a team player, and be able to provide extraordinary care, every day to our patients.
Responsibilities include: Applies insurance carrier guidelines to submit accurate claims for proper reimbursement. ● Maintains broad knowledge of Epic not limited to Prelude, Cadence, Ambulatory and Professional Billing. ● Utilizes insurance and billing expertise to resolve denials and patient questions/concerns filtered through Patient Services Reps regarding their billing statements and insurance notifications. ● Stays current with changes in reimbursement regulations. ● Reviews open claims for correct and timely remittances. ● Reviews documentation and provides responses to insurance carriers to assist in resolving claim denials. ● Reviews and processes record requests from insurance companies. ● Answers telephone and provides information as necessary. ● Attends required meetings and participates on committees as requested. ● Participates in professional development activities and maintains professional affiliations. ● Maintains patient confidentiality. ● Performs related work as required. ● Other duties as assigned
Education
- High School Diploma, GED or HiSET
Days: Monday - Friday.
Hours: 8:00 AM - 4:00PM.
Experience
- 2 years of medical coding experience with exposure to coding activities or insurance claims preferred.
Pre-employment drug screen and criminal history background checks are a condition of hire.
Benefits
McFarland Clinic offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health and dental insurance, 401(k), and PTO. Click here for details.
McFarland Clinic is central Iowa's largest physician-owned multi-specialty clinic. Join our team and join a group of caring professionals, dedicated to providing Extraordinary Care, Every Day! We value quality care and extraordinary service, trusting relationships and an exceptional workplace. Our organization has more than 80 years experience of caring for people. We welcome applicants who can help us enhance the health and well-being of our patients and communities we serve.
McFarland Clinic is an Equal Opportunity Employer
McFarland Clinic makes every effort to comply with all requirements of federal, state and local laws relating to Equal Employment Opportunity.