Billing and Coding Specialist

Busy Ophthalmology practice in South Suburbs is seeking

Billing and Coding Specialist

Salary

Competitive hourly wage and discussed upon review

Job Type: Full-time

Number of hires for this role: 1

Qualifications

• Computer Skills: 2 years (Required)
• Medical office experience: 2 years (Preferred)
• Basic knowledge of commercial and Medicaid plans (Preferred)
• High school or equivalent (Required)

Full Job Description

POSITION SUMMARY
Medical Billing and Coding Specialist utilizes knowledge of insurance regulations, health insurance contracts, and medical coding. These include but are not limited to medical coding, insurance verification, ensuring the accuracy of the information housed in the practice management system, preparing deposits, collecting, posting, and managing account payments. Supports the Mission, Vision, and Values of Ticho Eye Associates.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Reasonable Accommodations Statement
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable Accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

RESPONSIBILITIES
Collect, post, and manage patient payments.

• Assigns CPT, HCPCS, ICD-10 codes.

Submit claims to insurance carriers. Prepare and review patient statements. Review delinquent accounts and call for collection purposes. Process payments from insurance companies. Code patient services and enter into practice management software. Handle information regarding patient surgery, treatment, diagnosis, and related procedures to ensure proper coding and follow up to see if a claims are accepted or denied. Investigate rejected claims to see why denial was issued. Submit necessary documentation to insurance carriers to assure claims are not denied. Maintain confidentiality and Patient Privacy. Investigate insurance fraud and report if found.****

Schedule:

• 8-hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Experience:

• Computer Skills: 2 years (Required)
• Medical office experience: 2 years preferred, but we are willing to train the right person for the job.

This Job Is Ideal for Someone Who Is:

• People-oriented--Friendly demeanor and enjoys interacting with people
• Adaptable/flexible--Adapts well to changes within their environment
• Detail-oriented -- Pays attention to detail
• Achievement-oriented -- enjoys taking on challenges
• Independent -- enjoys working with little direction
• Multi-Tasking--Can handle multiple duties simultaneously

This Job Is:

• We are an equal opportunity employer

Open to applicants who do not have a college diploma'
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Administrative Duties:

• Scheduling
• Answering and routing phone calls
• Greeting visitors

Financial Duties:

• Processing payments

Benefit Conditions:

• Waiting period may apply
• Only full-time employees eligible

COVID-19 Precaution(s):

• Personal protective equipment provided or required
• Temperature screenings
• Social distancing guidelines in place
• Sanitizing, disinfecting, or cleaning procedures in place

This Job Is:

• Open to applicants who do not have a high school diploma/GED
• A good fit for applicants with gaps in their resume, or who have been out of the workforce for the past 6 months or more
• A good job for someone just entering the workforce or returning to the workforce with limited experience and education

Work Remotely

• No

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $23.46 - $24.72 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Experience:

• Medical office experience: 1 year (Preferred)
• Patient service: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location: In person