Position Overview:
Job Type: Part-Time
Schedule: Flexible; 20 hours per week (Monday – Friday)
Department: Patient Accounting
Location: 3340 Hospital Rd, Saginaw, MI 48603
What You’ll Do:
The Billing Clerk will perform the full range of assignments including but not limited to:
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Verify, monitor, and correct third party payer documentation received with regards to benefits, eligibility and limitations. Analyze admitting information, gather all appropriate data and inputs into computer system. Monitor data necessary for re-billing, including, but not limited to:
- Research rejection problems
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Notify interdepartmental personnel for additional medical documentation, recognize medical terminology, and diagnose computer codes
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Collect and disseminate data for re-billing
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Review Aged A/R and Unbilled Reports monthly and rebill accounts as necessary
- Verify and review the computer generated billing reports.
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Document number of approved days and authorization numbers mandatory for payment.
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Process billings for all inpatient, outpatient, and discharged patients.
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Perform billing duties for with all insurance carriers.
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Bill both facility and professional claims.
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Review and enter patient pay amounts.
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Verify eligibility with Insurance carriers.
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Update patient's accounts when insurance coverage changes occur during billing cycle and report insurance limitations, cancellations, or exhaustion to Patient Accounting Supervisor and applicable departments.
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Analyze and interpret inpatient and outpatient payment vouchers for payments, pends, and rejections. Resubmit corrected billing within required time limits and notify the Patient Accounting Supervisor of any trends in rejections, denials, or underpayments.
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Review insurance payment vouchers for correct reimbursement amounts. Allowance the difference between billed amount and contractual/negotiated payments received.
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Enter insurance, patient information, billing and determine patient benefits and eligibility.
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Communicate on a daily basis with third party payers, patients, responsible parties, and other facility departments in regards to billing problems/inquiries.
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Prepare and track insurance Appeals
What We’re Looking For:
REQUIRED:
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Minimum of a High School diploma or equivalent
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Basic knowledge of accounting principles and medical terminology (6-12 months of college/business curriculum)
PREFERRED:
- Minimum of one year prior experience in a hospital, Long Term Care, or physician’s office billing department.
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Familiar with applicable regulatory agencies such as The Joint Commission, Michigan Mental Health Code, Center for Medicare and Medicaid Services, and Community Mental Health.
Why Join HealthSource Saginaw?
Care for your community, while we care for you.
Join our team of outstanding people working together to improve the physical and emotional health of every life we touch. As part of our mission‑driven organization, you’ll be surrounded by compassion, teamwork, and respect. As a part-time employee, you’ll receive benefits designed to support your well‑being, growth, and future here at HealthSource.
Health, Financial, & Education:
- Mental health support
- Financial planning assistance
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Eligibility for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program
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Internal advancement opportunities
Perks:
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Employee discounts at local businesses
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Onsite Pharmacy Discounts
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Onsite Gym, Cafeteria, Gift Shop and more
Questions Before Applying?
For any questions related to an open position or about the application process, please email us at [email protected] and our team will be happy to assist.
Pre-employment physical, drug screen and background check required. HealthSource Saginaw is an EEO/Affirmative Action employer for all including Women, Minorities, Veterans and Individuals with disabilities.
