Medical Insurance Billing Specialist

Responsibilities

• Ensure all billing activities comply with healthcare regulations, including HIPAA and other applicable laws
• Prepare and submit accurate insurance claims to various payers
• Generate and send patient bills
• Ensure charges are correct and supported by accurate documentation
• Record payments received by patients and insurance companies
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date billing records and documentation
• Answer phones following customer service standards
• Handle patient disputes regarding claim resolution
• Manage payer correspondence and provide requested information
• Attend training sessions and staff meetings as assigned
• Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Two years of experience in healthcare billing or a related field preferred
• Working knowledge of insurance rules and regulations
• Experience with 10-key
• Word processing and spreadsheet skills, such as Excel
• Strong organizational skills
• Outstanding written and verbal communication skills
• Problem-solving skills to research and resolve discrepancies, denials, appeals, and collections
• Ability to maintain a professional manner under busy and stressful circumstances
• Recommended vaccines, including annual influenza

Benefits

• Medical coverage with a broad range of plans
• Dental coverage with two plan options
• Voluntary vision insurance
• Life, disability, and long-term care insurance
• 401(k) with employer match
• Employee Assistance Program available at no cost to employees and dependents
• Generous paid time off based on position hours
• Bonus opportunities