Medical Insurance Billing Specialist

Primary Health Medical Group • Boise, ID

1d • Hybrid

About The Position

Primary Health Medical Group is Idaho's largest independent medical group, specializing in family practice and urgent care. With multiple locations throughout the Treasure Valley, we are able to offer patient-centered care where medical decisions respect the unique needs of each patient and their families. Benefits are one of the ways we support and encourage the health and well-being of you and your family. But health is more than just physical. We also promote a positive work-life balance and offer flexible scheduling options.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Two years of experience in healthcare billing or a related field preferred
• Working knowledge of insurance rules and regulations
• Experience with 10-key
• Word processing and spreadsheet skills, such as Excel
• Strong organizational skills
• Outstanding written and verbal communication skills
• Problem-solving skills to research and resolve discrepancies, denials, appeals, and collections
• Ability to maintain a professional manner under busy and stressful circumstances

Responsibilities

• Ensure all billing activities comply with healthcare regulations, including HIPAA and other applicable laws
• Prepare and submit accurate insurance claims to various payers
• Generate and send patient bills
• Ensure charges are correct and supported by accurate documentation
• Record payments received by patients and insurance companies
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date billing records and documentation
• Ensure all phones are answered following PHMG customer service standards
• Handle patient disputes regarding claim resolution
• Manage all payer correspondence and supply requested information
• Attend training sessions and staff meetings as assigned by supervisors
• Perform other duties as assigned

Benefits

• Medical coverage with a broad range of plans to offer more personalized coverage
• Dental coverage with two plan options
• Voluntary vision insurance
• Life, disability, and long-term care insurances
• 401(k) with an employer match
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) available to all employees and their dependents at no cost
• Generous paid time off (based on position hours)
• Bonus opportunities

What This Job Offers

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