What are the responsibilities and job description for the Medical Billing Specialist position at Rocky Mountain Dermatology?
Job Summary
We are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Medical Billing Specialist to join our dynamic healthcare team. In this role, you will be responsible for managing the entire billing process, ensuring accurate coding, timely submission of claims, and effective follow-up on outstanding balances. Your expertise will help optimize revenue cycles while maintaining compliance with industry standards. This position offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to high-quality patient care through precise financial management and exceptional administrative support.
Responsibilities
- Review and interpret medical records to assign appropriate ICD-9, ICD-10 diagnosis codes, CPT (Current Procedural Terminology) codes, and DRG (Diagnosis-Related Group) classifications for billing purposes.
- Prepare and submit clean claims electronically using EMR (Electronic Medical Record) and EHR (Electronic Health Record) systems, ensuring accuracy and completeness.
- Follow up on unpaid or denied claims by communicating with insurance companies and patients to resolve discrepancies or request additional documentation.
- Maintain detailed medical records and documentation to support billing activities and ensure compliance with healthcare regulations.
- Collaborate with medical office staff to verify patient information, insurance details, and coding accuracy before claim submission.
- Monitor accounts receivable, perform collections on overdue balances, and generate reports on billing status and financial performance.
- Stay updated on industry changes related to ICD coding updates, CPT coding guidelines, DRG classifications, and medical billing regulations.
Experience
- Hands-on experience working with EMR/EHR systems for billing and record management.
- Knowledge of medical records management, insurance claim procedures, and healthcare compliance standards.
- Excellent attention to detail with the ability to accurately interpret complex medical information for coding purposes.
- Strong communication skills for effective interaction with insurance providers, patients, and healthcare staff. Join our team as a Medical Billing Specialist to play a vital role in streamlining our revenue cycle while supporting exceptional patient care through precise administrative processes!
Pay: $17.00 - $20.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Flexible schedule
Work Location: In person
Salary : $17 - $20