Job Description

Employment Type:

Full time

Shift:

Day Shift

Description:

Position Purpose:

The Billing Coordinator coordinates and processes all home medical equipment referrals andwalkin's verifying insurance coverage, complete doctor orders and documentation toensure clean processing of claims.They perform their duties in a manner consistent with medical center philosophy and policy in areas relating to accounts receivable, public relations, and third-party relations.

What you will do:

Enters PHI data into the billingsoftwaresystem, including client demographics,reimbursement and billing information. Edits and corrects the CMS 1500 claim form using proper data elements for each payer, ensuring correct billing units, dates of service, codes and modifiers are used.Ensures claimsare in compliance with payer regulations. Performs all functions with theobjective of maximizing reimbursement to MercyOne North Iowa Home Medical Equipment and ensuring the claim is paid/settled ina timely manner. Utilizes available data and resources to make decisions for completion of claims processing and keeps unbilled claims to a minimum level. Provides Manager with statistical feedbackof accounts. Communicates with other departments, physicians and their office staff, and nursing personnel as required to clarify billing discrepancies and obtain medical diagnostic information. Demonstrates flexibility and adapts to changes in workload assignments. Acts as a backup when co-workers areabsent, andassists in reducing others'backlog. Maintains a positive working relationship with co-workers, medical staff, and personnel from other departments. Instructs co-workers insales order processing procedures andassists in the orientation and training of new employees. Assists customers politely, promptly, and accurately. Demonstrates good listening skills. Asks clarifying questions to meetcustomer's needs.

Hours/Schedule:

Full Time/Days

Minimum Qualifications:

Education:

Associate degree or business college courses that equatepreferred.

Experience:

Completion of medical terminology course oran equivalent combination of education and experiencepreferred.

Demonstrated competence in a medical insurance setting for six months to one year preferred

Special Skills and Competencies:

Ability to deal tactfully and diplomatically with other employees and with the public regardless of economic status, race, religion, age, sexual orientation,disability or ability to pay. Mustpossess sufficient logic skills to make necessaryjudgment expeditingwork flow. Must bedetail orientated and able to prioritize. Ability to understand, interpret and explain insurance benefits. Knowledge of medical equipment and its uses Must havedemonstrated competence in the use of personalcomputer using Windows, Excel Spreadsheets and Word. Ability to type 55 WPM preferred.

Position Highlights and Benefits



Education Assistance offered Effective Day 1 Benefit Package (Medical, Dental, Vision, and more) for positions 20 hours per week or greater Competitive wages; including weekend and night differentials Generous paid time off program Retirement Savings program with employer match starting on Day 1

Ministry/Facility Information:

MercyOne North Iowa Medical Center provides expert health care to 15 counties.

MercyOne North Iowa Medical Center is a 342 bed, regional referral teaching hospital in Mason City, Iowa.MercyOne New Hampton Medical Center is an 11 bed, rural access hospital in New Hampton, Iowa. Our service area spans 15 counties across northern Iowa and southern Minnesota. We serve a population over 260,000.



With more than 3,000 colleagues and a medical staff of almost 500 physicians and allied health professionals, MercyOne North Iowa Medical Center is the largest employer in the region.

MercyOne Medical Group - North Iowa is part of Iowa's largest multispecialty clinic systems. In north Iowa, our clinics are made up of more than 25 primary care, pediatric, internal medicine and specialty clinics.



Our Commitment



Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.