Billing and Collections Specialist

📋 Description

• The Billing and Collections Specialist is tasked with ensuring timely follow-up on billed claims and resolving account issues.

• Manages accounts receivables while maintaining precise and thorough account documentation.

• Conducts in-depth follow-ups on open claims with accuracy, promptness, and all necessary supporting documentation.

• Responsible for the upkeep and revision of billing guidelines, fee schedules, contract rates, and related materials.

• Reviews, documents, and addresses all incoming correspondence and inquiries from payors; provides assistance as needed.

• Reports any issues or denial trends from payors to the Lead/Supervisor.

• May appeal and/or rebill claims that are underpaid and assist with payments as required.

• Other duties as assigned.

⛳️ Requirements

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED); along with one to two years of relevant experience and/or training; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

• Preferred: 1-2 years of experience in medical billing and claims reimbursement.

• Familiarity with Government, Commercial, and Private payers is preferred.

• Preferred: Understanding of medical and billing terminology.

• Preferred: Knowledge of HIPAA and other industry-specific regulations.

• Strong interpersonal skills with a high level of collaboration across all organizational levels.

• Excellent organizational abilities, attention to detail, and capacity to prioritize tasks, multi-task, and meet deadlines.

• Intermediate customer service and telephone skills.

• Exceptional problem-solving abilities.

• Proficient with Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, and Outlook.

🏝️ Benefits

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