Medical Billing Specialist

AdamsPlace

6d • Onsite

About The Position

NHC HomeCare Florida Regional Office is looking for an Insurance A/R Specialist
to join our team. This position works under the direction of the Billing Manager
to assure the accurate and timely collection of Homecare accounts receivable
from Medicare, managed care, and commercial insurance.

National HealthCare Corporation
is recognized nationwide as an innovator in the
delivery of quality long-term care. Our goal is to provide a full range of
extended care services, designed to maximize the well-being and independence of
patients of all ages. We are dedicated to meeting patient needs through an
interdisciplinary approach combining compassionate care with cost-effective
health care services.

The
NHC
environment is one of encouragement and challenge ... innovation and
improvement ... teamwork and collaboration ... and honesty and integrity. All
NHC employees are committed as partners, not only to the health of our patients,
but to the well-being of the communities we serve.

Requirements

• High school diploma. Additional business and computer courses desirable
• 3+ years of third-party healthcare billing experience, preferably in home health care, including multiple carrier experience with EOB’s and claims denials
• Knowledge of Medicare and Third Party Insurance Guidelines
• Self-motivated. Able to work with little supervision
• Proficient in verbal and written communications, including active listening skills
• Strong organizational skills, work ethic, and high attention to detail
• Investigative personality-ability to efficiently determine the problem and get to the bottom of an issue
• Excellent customer service and telephone etiquette skills

Responsibilities

• Work outstanding Aged Accounts Reports
• Maintain a file on accounts requiring follow up until accounts are satisfactorily resolved.
• Review claims denials and submit corrected claims and/or follow up appeals
• Assist patients in understanding their balances after insurance has processed
• Be a reliable resource for other staff regarding insurance and their requirements
• Communicate with homecare offices as needed for claim and collection follow up
• Other duties as assigned from time to time

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees