Job Description

Skills & Requirements

Well-versed in Medical terminology, CPT, HCPCS, and ICD-10-CM coding. Knowledge of Medicare, Medicaid, and third-party billing practices. Comfortable working across a wide variety of technology platforms, including web-based portals and applications, and computer software applications. Ability to communicate in a clear, professional, and timely manner with all team members. Comfortable working directly with clinics to request outstanding documents/medical records Working knowledge of Microsoft applications Word, Excel, etc. Excellent telephone etiquette and verbal and written communication. Detail-oriented with good problem-solving skills. Ability to follow through to completion on all assignments.

Billing daily tasks include, but are not limited to, the following:

Reviews lab encounters for valid /ICD-10 diagnosis codes needed for billing Through a variety of methods, gathers billing information, analyzes information for accuracy, ensuring services and the billing for those services is accurate. Respond to billing issues in a timely manner using excellent customer service skills. Answer all telephone, email, mail, etc. correspondence. Interpret patient billing issues and determine the resolution in a timely and accurate manner. Follow all HIPAA regulations Performs other duties accurately as assigned by Director of Billing, within specified timeframe. Meet productivity needs as required by the department.

Experience:

ICD-10: 3 years (Preferred) Medical billing: 2-3 years of experience in billing or insurance (preferably in lab billing)

License/Certification:

Certified Professional Biller (CPB) (Preferred) * Associates Degree