BILLING SPECIALIST/SR BILLER IM

UHS•Aiken, SC

16d

About The Position

This position is responsible for managing a broad spectrum of responsibilities and requests having to do with patient billing, collections and satisfaction. Manages the billing, claims and collection support for the practices assigned within Aiken Professional Association’s market. Identifies system and workflow deficiencies with regards to patient billing and collections and works diligently to resolve these matters. Demonstrates a positive influence on practice finances and patient relations through clear communication and the ability to be of service to patients and practice staff. Serves the market as a subject matter expert and educator and works collaboratively with market administrators, practice managers/supervisors and coders to maximize and ensure financial success. Demonstrates Service Excellence at all times. Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent
Prefer two years of college.
Minimum of eight years of medical billing with primary focus in daily clinic processes and collection activities or two years college with four years of medical billing experience.
Knowledge of Microsoft Office, Microsoft Outlook, knowledge of general medical practice daily clinic processes and collection activities and ICD-9/10.
Understanding of medical terminology, processes and workflows of patient accounting resulting in sound judgement and decision-making skills to resolve account issues.
Knowledge of third-party payers with ability to read and analyze payer billing requirements.
Secure understanding of electronic billing and strong organization skills.
+35 wpm typing efficacy, excellent written and verbal communication, high level of professionalism, superior organizational, communication and analytical skills.
10-key, online PC experience and use of standard office equipment, computer, scanner, copier, fax machine, printer, calculator, telephone, etc.
Must be thorough with excellent attention to detail.

Responsibilities

Providing billing, claims and collection support for the APA practices
Identifies system and workflow deficiencies and works to resolve them
Ensures billing, claims and collection processes are aligned with financial goals/metrics
Monitors claims log to make certain claims are submitted and processing correctly
Monitors accounts receivable for APA practices and provides action plan for deficiencies
Performs audits to assure all charges/supplies/procedures are captured and billed