Medical Billing Specialist

Minnesota Urology P.A.•Bloomington, MN

10d•$20 - $25•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. At MNU we share the value of transparency and enable this during our recruiting process. We believe it's important to share the compensation range to best understand the full opportunity of a role! We select our initial range based on reliable compensation survey data. Other factors we consider in setting the specific pay for an individual will generally include, among other things, experience, specialized skills, work location, and internal equity to provide competitive offers. The range stated above is a starting point of the compensation conversation, we'd like to hear what your compensation expectations are too! As a team member you'll be able to enjoy benefits such as Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k), Life Insurance, Health Savings Account, Flexible Spending Account, Competitive Salary, and Paid Vacation. Take the next step in your career and help shape a positive healthcare experience for our community. Apply today! Are you excited about this Medical Billing Specialist job? 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 or GED.
2-3 years of relevant experience in healthcare settings, specifically with patient accounts and revenue cycle functions.
Familiarity 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 preferred.
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 and monitor aging accounts to ensure that all discrepancies are addressed.
Collaborate with clinical staff and third-party payers to reconcile payments.
Maintain precise account records.