Billing Associate

Acuity Eye Group•Arcadia, CA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Billing Associate position is responsible for working with insurance companies, state agencies, and patients in resolving outstanding account balances, research and resolve problem accounts as needed, and maximize collections to achieve collection performance goals. The Billing Associate in the Self-Pay / Patient Financial Services team work to improve A/R through service-oriented patient communications and case tracking.

Requirements

At least 2 or more years of related work experience.
Operational management knowledge of medical offices.
Equivalent to high school diploma or general education degree (GED).

Nice To Haves

Associates or Bachelor’s Degree.
Knowledge of MS Office Suite and Care Cloud applications.
Experience in the Ophthalmic industry.
AHIMA or AAPC Certified Coding Specialists or Certified Professional Coder (preferred)
Knowledge of HMO/PPO, Medicare, Medicaid, and other payer requirements and systems.
Knowledge of HCPCS, CPT, and ICD-10 coding.
Results Oriented (Energetic self-starter; sets realistic goals; meets commitments; persistent, prioritizes daily to achieve results).
Customer Service Advocate (flexible and adaptive; empathetic; passionate; ethical).
Ability to respond to common inquiries from customers, staff, vendors, or other members of the community.
Ability to draw valid conclusions, apply sound judgment in making decisions, and to make decisions under pressure; ability to interpret and apply policies and procedures.
Must address others professionally and respectfully by actions, words and deeds.
Detail oriented, organized, process focused, problem solver, self-motivated proactive, customer service focused.
Displays independent judgment by willingness to make timely and accurate decisions based on available information that is sometimes vague or limited in nature.
Ability to multitask effectively and work in a fast paced and sometimes ambiguous environment, without compromising quality of work.
Ability to prioritize tasks and projects with limited direction, while understanding and contributing to the success of the team.

Responsibilities

Responsible for all aspects of follow up and collections, including making telephone calls and accessing payer websites.
Identify trends and perform root cause analysis on unpaid and underpaid claims.
Research, appeal, and resolve claim rejections, underpayments, and denials with appropriate insurance payor.
Initiate telephone or letter contact to patients to obtain additional information as needed.
Accurately and thoroughly documents the pertinent collection activity performed.
Develop and maintain positive working relationships with clinical personnel, co-workers, and insurance representatives.
Maintains an appropriate professional appearance and demeanor in accordance with Company policies.
Keep commitments and keep direct supervisor informed of work progress, timetables, and issues.
Maintain strict compliance with State, Federal and other regulations (e.g., OSHA, WC, HIPAA, ADA, FEHA, DOL, HR policies and practices).
Other duties as assigned by management.