Administrative Associate 2-OB/GYN Center (Knoxville)

Job Description

Market Range: 05

Hiring Salary: 19.10/Hourly

THIS POSITION IS LOCATED IN KNOXVILLE, TN

The Administrative Associate 2 provides billing support to the UT Internal Medicine & OBGYN Resident Center through coding, billing, financial counseling, posting of charges and payments, follow up on claims denials, Episodes of Care Reporting, and assists residents with proper code selection.

Responsibilities

• Verifies proper billing methods are adhered to as set for by CMS and CoM.
• Works outstanding accounts receivables by following up on claims, denials, and insurance issues.
• Charges data entry of charges for Internal Medicine and OB/GYN.
• Performs electronic posting of most payments through CPS PM billing module.
• Reviews ICD 10 and CPT coding prior to billing.
• Contacts physician for clarification when necessary.
• Verifies weekly deposits.
• Educates residents in coding and billing protocols.
• Performs other related job duties as assigned.
  
  

Qualifications

EDUCATION: High School Diploma or GED. (TRANSCRIPT REQUIRED)

EXPERIENCE: Two (2) years of billing or related office experience. Certified Professional Coder certification is preferred. (COPY OF LICENSE/CERTIFICATION REQUIRED)

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• Knowledge of medical terminology.
• Ability to learn Cerner EMR/PM.
• Ability to multi-task and shift priorities.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision with keen attention to detail.
• Proficiency with Word Processing programs, hospital based EMR, and calculator.
• Skilled in current ICD10 and CPT coding.
• Knowledge of Episodes of Care and Quality programs.
  
  

WORK SCHEDULE: This position may occasionally be required to work evenings.