What are the responsibilities and job description for the Medical Accounts Receivable Specialist position at Whitsett Vision Group?
Medical Accounts Receivable Specialist needed for busy Ophthalmology Practice
Summary:
Whitsett Vision Group is a well-established, well-respected provider of Ophthalmology services with multiple locations in the Houston area. We are known for our superior customer service and dedication to providing patients with the best experience and outcomes for their vision needs.
The Medical Accounts Receivable Specialist will be expected to provide the following core services and have the appropriate skills to complete these services.
Selected Responsibilities:
● Receives charge information from staff at clinic locations for all patients
● Codes information about procedures performed and diagnosis on charge
● Verifies and completes charge information in database and produces billing
● Submits claims electronically through clearinghouse
● Posts ERA and check payments
● Corrects denied claims as needed and re-submits
● Contacts insurance provider regarding denials on ERA/EOB’s
● Works patient A/R
● Follows up on outstanding, unpaid claims
● Responds to calls from patients on billing related matters
● Available to assist clinic locations with insurance/billing related questions
● Calculates Surgery deposit for all Physicians
● Posts credit card payments and checks received via mail
● Complete, as needed, Insurance verification of benefits by using carrier websites, online tools and phone calls if needed
Acts as backup for Billing Manager and Insurance Specialists
Other duties as needed or assigned
Qualifications/Experience:
● High School diploma or equivalent; Billing Specialist certificate preferred
● Minimum of five (5) years’ experience in a medical office; with a minimum of three (3) years of medical billing experience needed
● Bi-lingual English/Spanish a plus
● Advanced knowledge of medical terminology; accounting experience a plus
● Advanced knowledge of NextGen EHR or similar database application; Navicure experience preferred, ERA posting a plus
● Knowledgeable of Microsoft office software, the Internet and other software products as needed; general office equipment
● Knowledge of billing practices, coding, and clinic policies and procedures
● Outstanding customer service skills, with internal and external customers
Skills:
● Good oral and written communication skills
● Self-starter with a strong ability to set priorities, manage multiple tasks, and work under pressure
● Interacts with patients in a professional, and courteous manner
● Works independently and as part of a team
● Willing to take on tasks outside of regular job duties
● Highly organized and accurate, pays strict attention to detail
● Able to examine documents for accuracy and completeness
● Displays a high level of ethics and integrity
● Flexible and dependable to meet demands of, and adapt to, changes in the workplace
● Capable of and willing to learn new processes and tasks
Physical Characteristics:
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit for extended periods of time, bend, squat, and kneel as necessary. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. Auditory acuity should be sufficient as to adequately monitor patient and visitor activity.
Non-Smoking Environment.
EOE Employer
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $18.00 - $20.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Experience:
- Medical Accounts Receivable: 4 years (Required)
- Medical office billing: 3 years (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $18 - $20