Teche Health, A Federally Qualified Health Center, per Section 330 of the Public Health Service Act, is currently seeking qualified applicants for the Billing Specialist Position in Franklin, Louisiana.
Research all information needed to complete billing process including obtaining charge information from physicians
Codes & corrects codes information about procedures performed and diagnoses
Reviews and/or keys charge information into on-line entry programs and produce billing
Works with other staff to follow up on accounts until zero balances
Assists with coding and error resolution
Assists with answering the telephone, taking and relaying messages
Maintains required billing records, reports and files
Understands and observes organization policies regarding confidentiality and security of information
Other duties may be assigned
Retrieve online remittance advice
Posts all payments to patient accounts accordingly and in a timely manner
Maintains information on encounters not received by providers and communicates this information with those providers
Participates in clinic activities designed to maintain quality and safe care for patients served by the facility
Effectively communicates with the organization and with the community to provide quality services
Supports, assists and adheres to implementation of the clinic mission and philosophy
Serves as a resource when needed, including assisting in co-worker training and orientation
Observes clinic policies and procedures
Promotes a positive public image when representing the facility
Participate in educational experiences designed to maintain competence
Annually completes all required in-services and training (e.g. CPR< Infection Control, Safety, etc. as appropriate to the job)
Opens and distributes incoming mail
