The Medical Billing Specialist is responsible for the timely and accurate submission of insurance claims, reviewing and updating denied claims for resubmission and performing reconciliations to ensure timely billing for services provided. The Medical Billing Specialist collaborates with patients, revenue cycle counterparts and work units, clinical staff, and insurance providers to drive the efficiency of the billing process and reduce the amount of denied claims.
This position is fully remote.
Essential Responsibilities:
- Reviews patient demographic and insurance information and confirms patient benefit details related to services provided by the clinic from insurance providers.
- Obtains necessary medical documentation from clinicians to provide to insurance companies as required for review and prior authorization of treatment. Documents authorization reference numbers in EMR and/or other systems.
- Updates and maintains EMR and/or other systems based on documentation provided by physician/clinic for creation of medical claim and/or posting of self-pay charges to patient accounts. Prepares electronic claim files for submission.
- Monitors accepted/denied claims and updates claims as required for resubmission.
- Compares transaction reports with daily schedules to ensure timely billing of all services provided each month.
- Resolves and prepares paperwork for any credit balances and prepares statements for collection of outstanding patient balances.
- Performs daily charge capture functions as outlined by each Clinic in a timely and appropriate manner. This includes but not limited to the actual data entry of charges per patient into the EMR platform, eIVF.
- Ensures charge reconciliation to the schedule for all patients seen daily.
- Ensures appropriateness of charges based upon services rendered and works in conjunction with Clinic leadership, RCM Leadership, and Coding Team to ensure such accuracy.
- Additional responsibilities will be outlined in a more detailed job description during interview process.
Education/Experience:
- High School Diploma or equivalent required, Associate’s preferred.
- 1 - 2 years of medical billing experience required in a women's clinic/physician practice setting.
- 1-2 years of medical billing experience related to a lab and ASC setting also preferred.
- Versed in CPT code sets and requirements including but not limited to modifiers, CPT bundling/unbundling, proper diagnosis assignment, Evaluation and Management Codes, Lab Codes, and ASC HCPC code sets.
- Familiar with claim edits and clearinghouse functionality.
- Familiar with medical billing platforms utilized in clinic and physician practice settings.
Why You'll Love Working Here – Our Amazing Benefits:
Comprehensive Health Coverage: Medical, dental, and vision plans for our full-time employees, along with complimentary basic life insurance, Employee Assistance Program, and long-term disability insurance. FREE or low-cost employee-only healthcare coverage option is also available.
Family Building Support: Take advantage of our comprehensive fertility benefits, adoption assistance, and surrogacy support to help grow your family.
Paid Parental Leave: Generous maternity, paternity, and partner leave so you can focus on what matters most.
Plenty of Paid Time Off: Start with 18 days of PTO annually and enjoy 11 paid holidays, including one floating holiday to use as you choose!
Retirement Ready: Invest in your future with our 401(k) plan, featuring a competitive company match and full vesting after just 2 years.
Lifestyle Spending Account: Access a company-funded account to reimburse expenses that boost your physical, financial, and emotional well-being.
Health Savings Account (HSA): If eligible, enjoy regular employer contributions to your HSA with every paycheck.
Rewards for Connections: Earn extra money with our Employee Referral Program—your network is invaluable!
Growth Opportunities: We support your career with continuing education reimbursement and dedicated time off for professional development.
Premium Calm Health Subscription: Enjoy a free premium Calm Health app subscription to support your mental wellness.
Emotional & Work-Life Support: Through our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with SupportLinc, you'll have access to emotional well-being and work-life resources whenever you need them.
Extra Peace of Mind: Explore additional coverage options including Accident, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, and Pet Insurance, to suit your needs.
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