Pathology Billing Specialist - Lutz

Suncoast Skin Solutions•Lutz, FL

4d•Onsite

About The Position

Responsible for submitting claims and following up with insurance companies, collecting, posting, and managing account payments. Billing experience preferred.

Requirements

Basic computer skills
Type minimum 45wpm
Maintains confidentiality and documents accurately
Uses appropriate guidelines for releasing patient information
Practices within the scope of education, training and personal capabilities
Conducts self in accordance with Suncoast’s employee manual.
Maintains awareness of federal and state health care legislation and regulations; OSHA, HIPAA, and CLIA
High school diploma, AA degree or higher.
Accounts Receivable and Billing experience preferred.
knowledgeable in computer programs, EMR systems, and clinical and billing terminology preferred.

Nice To Haves

Billing and coding certification a plus
Pathology and Dermatology experience a plus.

Responsibilities

Prepares and submits clean claims to various insurance companies either electronically or by paper.
Answers questions from patients, clerical staff and insurance companies.
Identifies and resolves patient billing questions and complaints
Prepares, reviews and sends patient statements
Evaluates patient’s financial status and establishes budget payment plans; follows and reports status of delinquent accounts
Reviews accounts for possible assignment and makes recommendations to the Billing Supervisor, also prepares information for the collection agency
Research and appeal denied claims
Performs various collection actions including contacting patients by phone, correcting and resubmitting claims to third party payers.
Works patient and insurance AR
Helps submit and maintain Provider insurance credentialing