Charge Entry Processor

IU Health • Indianapolis, IN

4d • Remote

About The Position

We are seeking a detail-oriented Medical Billing Specialist to join our experienced billing team. This role is responsible for accurately preparing and submitting claims, resolving billing issues, and ensuring timely reimbursement. The ideal candidate thrives in an independent, self-starter work environment and demonstrates strong accuracy, problem-solving, and accountability.

Requirements

• Requires high school diploma or equivalent.
• Requires two years experience in medical insurance billing in a healthcare or insurance organization.
• Requires working knowledge of medical billing practices and clinical policies and procedures.
• Requires working knowledge of CPT and ICD medical coding.
• Requires demonstrated ability to operate a ten-key adding machine by touch.
• Requires ability to operate personal computer and familiarity with various software applications.
• Requires excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Requires attention to detail with accuracy for extended periods of time under strict time constraints.
• Requires analytical skills to help identify problems and recommend solutions.
• Requires attending on-going educational programs to ensure current and accurate industry knowledge.
• Requires highest level of professional behavior in manner, appearance and communication pursuant to department guidelines.
• Requires ability to maintain confidentiality of any patient or employee medical, financial or personal information; including records and data to which there is access.
• Responsible to challenge unauthorized individuals from viewing such confidential patient or employee information or accessing restricted areas.

Nice To Haves

• Background in optometry or ophthalmology billing strongly preferred
• Experience working with multiple EHR systems; familiarity with Epic is a plus
• Ability to work independently with expectation to be fully autonomous within 6 months and transition to Epic within 12 months

Responsibilities

• Prepare, review, and submit insurance claims accurately and timely
• Verify patient insurance coverage and eligibility
• Perform charge posting and ensure accurate diagnosis documentation
• Follow up on unpaid or denied claims to facilitate resolution
• Respond to inquiries from patients, optometrists, and internal staff
• Review edits and make necessary corrections prior to claim submission
• Maintain compliance with billing regulations, policies, and procedures

Benefits

• Access to many diverse opportunities to learn and develop in meaningful ways that matter most to you, such as advanced clinical training, leadership development, promotion opportunities and cross training development.

What This Job Offers

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