Job Summary
We are seeking a detail-oriented and energetic Medical Billing Clerk to join our healthcare team. In this vital role, you will be responsible for managing the billing process, ensuring accurate coding, and facilitating smooth communication between healthcare providers and insurance companies. Your proactive approach will help optimize revenue cycles, improve patient records accuracy, and support the overall financial health of our practice. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and have a passion for medical administration, this position offers an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful impact in patient care and practice efficiency.
Responsibilities
- Review and verify medical records to ensure completeness and accuracy for billing purposes
- Assign appropriate codes using CPT (Current Procedural Terminology), ICD-9, ICD-10, and DRG (Diagnosis-Related Group) systems to facilitate precise billing and reimbursement
- Prepare and submit insurance claims electronically or via paper submissions, following all regulatory guidelines
- Follow up on unpaid claims through effective medical collection strategies to maximize revenue recovery
- Maintain detailed documentation of billing activities within Electronic Medical Record (EMR) or Electronic Health Record (EHR) systems
- Collaborate with healthcare providers to clarify diagnoses or procedures requiring coding adjustments
- Ensure compliance with all relevant medical terminology standards, privacy laws, and billing regulations
Requirements
- Proven experience in medical billing, coding, or related administrative roles within a healthcare setting
- Strong knowledge of medical coding systems including CPT, ICD-9, ICD-10, and DRG classifications
- Familiarity with EMR/EHR systems used for managing medical records and billing data
- Understanding of medical terminology, anatomy, and clinical procedures to accurately interpret records
- Experience with medical collection processes to effectively follow up on outstanding claims
- Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills to manage multiple tasks efficiently
- Ability to communicate clearly with healthcare providers, insurance companies, and patients
Join us as a Medical Billing Clerk and become an essential part of a dedicated healthcare team committed to delivering exceptional patient service while ensuring accurate financial operations. Your expertise will help streamline processes, support compliance standards, and contribute to the overall success of our practice.
Pay: $16.00 - $18.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
