Medical Billing Specialist

Minnesota Urology P.A.•Bloomington, MN

21h•Onsite

About The Position

Join Minnesota Urology as a Full-Time Medical Billing Specialist and be part of a dedicated team that prioritizes empathy and customer-centricity. Located in Bloomington, MN, this onsite role offers the opportunity to make a tangible difference in patients' lives by helping them navigate their financial options in healthcare. With a competitive pay range of $20.00-$25.00 an hour, this position allows you to develop your financial counseling skills in a supportive environment that values problem-solving and professionalism. The rewarding nature of this position is complemented by a culture that encourages personal and professional growth. As a Full-Time Medical Billing Specialist at Minnesota Urology P.A. in Bloomington, MN, you will play a crucial role in managing patient accounts and balances. You'll ensure accurate billing and timely claims processing to maximize reimbursement. In this position, you will serve as the primary resource for patients, staff, and payers, tackling financial questions and resolving insurance issues. Your key responsibilities will include answering patient calls about account balances and financial assistance options, assisting with payment plans, and processing refunds efficiently. You will also investigate denied claims and monitor aging accounts to ensure that all discrepancies are addressed. Collaborating with clinical staff and third-party payers, you will work diligently to reconcile payments and maintain precise account records, contributing significantly to a seamless healthcare experience for our patients.

Requirements

High School Diploma / GED required
2-3+ years of healthcare experience including patient account management billing or revenue cycle functions
Experience with third-party payors
Knowledge of ICD-10/CPT codes
Knowledge of prior authorization processes
Experience with claims follow-up
Experience with patient refunds
Strong problem-solving skills
Strong communication skills
Strong customer service skills

Nice To Haves

Associate's degree or higher
Proficiency in using Athena EMR or similar systems

Responsibilities

Manage patient accounts and balances
Ensure accurate billing and timely claims processing to maximize reimbursement
Serve as the primary resource for patients, staff, and payers, tackling financial questions and resolving insurance issues
Answer patient calls about account balances and financial assistance options
Assist with payment plans
Process refunds efficiently
Investigate denied claims
Monitor aging accounts to ensure that all discrepancies are addressed
Collaborate with clinical staff and third-party payers to reconcile payments and maintain precise account records