Medical Billing Specialist
About The Position
The Medical Billing Specialist is responsible for the timely and accurate preparation of claims within their access for submission to Medicare, Medicaid and Third party carriers. Preparation of claims include, but are not limited to, researching, learning, maintaining and applying new and changing regulations as mandated by Federal and Third Party Payors to maximize reimbursement and ensure compliance. Providing education to other hospital personnel of regulations & requirements and the impact it has on reimbursement and billing. The Medical Billing Specialists are responsible for comprehensive follow-up with payers on timely reimbursements for accounts. The Medical Billing Specialist lives the Mission, Vision, Values and Philosophy of the department and Saint Francis Healthcare System. Constantly works with and maintains restricted or confidential information from many sources within the medical center. Any and all jobs as assigned by Assistant Manager, Manager or Director.
Requirements
- High School Diploma or equivalent required
- 1 year experience in the healthcare or accounting setting, or Applicant has successfully completed medical coding and/or billing course(s)
Nice To Haves
- 3-5 year related experience (healthcare or accounting) preferred
- 1-3 years direct experience involving claims, insurance, or patient accounting preferred
Responsibilities
- Preparation of claims for submission to Medicare, Medicaid and Third party carriers.
- Researching, learning, maintaining and applying new and changing regulations as mandated by Federal and Third Party Payors to maximize reimbursement and ensure compliance.
- Providing education to other hospital personnel of regulations & requirements and the impact it has on reimbursement and billing.
- Comprehensive follow-up with payers on timely reimbursements for accounts.
- Maintaining restricted or confidential information from many sources within the medical center.
- Any and all jobs as assigned by Assistant Manager, Manager or Director.
Benefits
- Comprehensive and affordable health coverage including medical, prescription, dental and vision - available on the first of the month after hire date
- Saint Francis Medical Services Discount
- Earned Time Off (ETO) based on relevant years of work history. ETO combines vacation, sick, holidays, and personal days into one balance to allow for flexibility
- Retirement benefits including SFHS immediate matching
- Education Assistance benefits up to $5,000 per calendar year for one year of service after graduation
- Benefit Support through Health Advocate
- Employee Assistance Program
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- Identity Theft Protection
- Pet Insurance
- Earned Wage Access
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
