What are the responsibilities and job description for the Billing Specialist position at Syracuse Area Health?
Responsible for the insurance billing process between the hospital and insurance companies, federal agencies & third-party payers. Audit patient accounts to ensure procedure, charges and coding procedures are accurate. Collects payment from commercial insurance, state & federal agencies.
This is a full-time, benefited position, totaling 40 hours per week. Hours will be from 8:00am - 4:30pm. No weekends or holidays!
Qualifications:
QUALIFICATIONS:
- High school diploma or equivalent required
- Associates degree preferred
- A minimum of one year of experience in a healthcare business office setting performing insurance processing, collections, or admissions is required
- Word processing: excel knowledge, and basic windows-based computer skills
- Independent problem-solving skills and self-directed work experience
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Well organized and detail oriented