Billing Representative

Ascension • Evansville, IN

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Determine and verifiy insurance coverage and coordination of benefits from all sources for assigned area. Ensure proper adequate and timely billing to ensure prompt payment.

Requirements

• High School diploma equivalency OR 1 year of applicable cumulative job specific experience required.
• Note: Required professional licensure/certification can be used in lieu of education or experience, if applicable.

Nice To Haves

• No additional preferences.

Responsibilities

• Determine and verifiy insurance coverage and coordination of benefits from all sources for assigned area.
• Ensure proper adequate and timely billing to ensure prompt payment.
• Confirm insurance coverage.
• Determine necessity for pre-authorization and obtain authorization for scheduled procedures.
• Determine financial responsibility for services to be provided.
• Notifiy patients and/or practitioners of any services requested and/or referred that are not authorized by insurance.
• Communicate with patients and practitioners regarding financial responsibility and insurance coverage issues.
• Maintain detailed documentation in the patient account record of all billing activities.
• Maintain documentation of claims processed as part of the daily claims reconciliation process.
• Prepare and complete claims for commercial insurance companies, third party organizations and/or government or self payers.
• Research, analyze and reconcile Medicare/Medicaid billing and reimbursement practices.
• Maintain detailed documentation in the patient account record of all billing activities.
• Maintain documentation of claims processed as part of the daily claims reconciliation process.
• Consult with appropriate parties to resolve unbilled claims.
• Review recent accounts for proper billing practices and reimbursement.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health coverage: medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and HSA/FSA options
• Financial security & retirement: employer-matched 403(b), planning and hardship resources, disability and life insurance
• Time to recharge: pro-rated paid time off (PTO) and holidays
• Career growth: Ascension-paid tuition (Vocare), reimbursement, ongoing professional development and online learning
• Emotional well-being: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources
• Family support: parental leave, adoption assistance and family benefits
• Other benefits: optional legal and pet insurance, transportation savings and more
• Benefit options and eligibility vary by position, scheduled hours and location. Benefits are subject to change at any time. Your recruiter will provide the most up-to-date details during the hiring process.

What This Job Offers

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