Billing Coordinator

Lifepoint Health • Ottumwa, IA

3d • Remote

About The Position

Ottumwa Regional Health Center, part of Lifepoint Health, is seeking a Billing Coordinator to coordinate daily billing and electronic posting functions. The position will transition into a remote role. The coordinator supports collection of funds for billable services and helps meet goals for bad debts, accounts receivable days, and cash collections. Key activities include submitting electronic and paper claims, processing patient statements, and posting electronic payments within 72 hours of receipt. The role also verifies claim accuracy and timeliness, supports account eligibility and benefits communications, assists with account posting, and contributes to billing and collection projects while following applicable federal compliance requirements.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• At least one year of experience working in insurance and collecting unpaid accounts.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office, specifically MS Word and MS Excel.
• CPC or equivalent coding/billing credential required.
• Certified Professional Biller certification required.

Nice To Haves

• Associate’s degree or higher preferred.
• Medical terminology desired.
• Central Billing Office proficiency test completion preferred.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate Central Billing Office activities to support collection of funds for billable services and achieve goals for bad debts, accounts receivable days, and cash collections.
• Submit electronic and paper claims and process patient statements.
• Post electronic payments within 72 hours of receipt.
• Verify that claims are submitted accurately and on time.
• Demonstrate understanding of CPT, ICD-9, ICD-10, and HCPCS coding for practice specialties.
• Verify and communicate eligibility, benefits, and patient responsibilities for assigned accounts.
• Perform special projects related to billing and collections.
• Assist with posting charges, payments, and adjustments accurately.
• Understand federal compliance issues related to billing and collections.
• Keep supply expenses at or below budget.
• Develop relationships with third-party payers and vendors to maximize cash flow.

Benefits

• Health insurance, including medical, dental, and vision, for full-time employees.
• 401(k) benefits for full-time employees.
• Competitive paid time off.
• Employee Assistance Program offering mental, physical, and financial wellness assistance.
• Tuition reimbursement or assistance for qualified applicants.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED