Alpha Pro

Billing Follow Up Associate

  • Alpha Pro
  • Remote
  • 19 days ago

Job Description

Job Summary:
We are seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Medical Biller to join our team. As a Medical Biller, you will be responsible for accurately coding and billing medical procedures and services. Your role will contribute to the financial success of our medical office by ensuring timely and accurate reimbursement from insurance companies and patients.

Responsibilities:
- Review and analyze medical records to identify appropriate codes for diagnoses, procedures, and services using ICD-9, ICD-10, and other coding systems
- Enter coded information into billing software or electronic health record (EHR) system
- Verify patient insurance coverage and obtain necessary authorizations for procedures
- Prepare and submit claims to insurance companies electronically or by mail
- Follow up on unpaid claims, denials, or discrepancies with insurance companies
- Communicate with patients regarding their billing inquiries or concerns
- Coordinate with medical office staff to ensure accurate documentation and coding practices
- Maintain strict confidentiality of patient information in compliance with HIPAA regulations

Requirements:
- Proven experience as a Medical Biller or in a similar role
- Proficient in medical terminology, coding systems (ICD-9, ICD-10), and billing processes
- Knowledge of medical office procedures and insurance guidelines
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy in coding and billing practices
- Excellent organizational and time management skills
- Effective communication skills, both written and verbal
- Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively in a team environment
- Familiarity with electronic health record (EHR) systems is preferred

Job Requirements:

Education and Work Experience:
High School Education/GED or equivalent: Preferred
Associates/Technical Degree or equivalent combination of education/related experience: Preferred
Medical billing and collections experience: Preferred
Essential Functions:
Reviews corrects and submits claims to payers. Applies developing/basic working knowledge and experience to the job.
Reviews unpaid accounts initiates correct actions to collect the accounts and follows up on action to assure expected results is achieved.
Meets or exceeds productivity and quality performance expectations.
Reviews unpaid accounts and initiate collection action for past due and denied claims. Calculates write-offs and debit/credit adjustments.
Provides general office support as needed.
Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

Job Types: Contract, Temporary

Pay: $18.00 - $19.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Schedule:

  • 8 hour shift
  • Day shift

Work setting:

  • Ambulatory surgery center
  • Call center
  • Children's hospital
  • Clinic
  • Community health center
  • Hospital
  • Magnet hospital
  • Medical office
  • Military hospital
  • Office
  • Teaching hospital
  • Telehealth

Work Location: Remote

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