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Job description
Billing Specialist I
Phelps Health is a 2000-employee-strong hospital and healthcare system serving the heart of small-town Missouri. If you're ready for the challenge of providing life-saving care or supporting those who do, read on to find your fit in the Phelps Health family.
General Summary
The Billing Specialist I is responsible for collecting and entering claims, post insurance, submit claims, and answer patient inquiries on accounts. Reports to the Billing Supervisor.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Enters information necessary for insurance claims such as patient, insurance, and insurance ID. Insures claim information in complete and accurate.
Submits insurance claims to clearinghouse or individual insurance companies electronically or via paper UB04 and/or CMS-1500 form.
Answers patient questions on patient responsible portions, copays, deductibles, write-off's, etc. Resolves patient's complaints or explains why certain services are not covered.
Follow up with insurance company on unpaid or rejected claims. Resolves issues and re-submits claims.
Prepares appeal letters to insurance carrier when not in agreement with claim denial. Collect necessary information to accompany letter.
Follows HIPAA guidelines in handling patient information.
May perform "soft" collections for patient past due accounts. This may include contacting and notifying patients via phone or mail.
Understand managed care authorizations and limits to coverage such as number of visits.
Verify patient benefits eligibility and coverage as needed.
Prepares and submits secondary claims upon processing by primary insurer.
Education
High School Diploma or GED required.
Work Experience
Medical billing experience highly preferred. Experience in billing software and electronic data submission preferred.
Certification/License
Certification/License
Mental/Physical Requirements
Ability to receive and express detailed information through oral communications, visual acuity, and the ability to read and understand written directions. Normal mental concentration with repetitive operations for a long period of time. Ability to stand, walk, sit, and reach. Occasionally lifts and transports items weighing up to ten (10) pounds.
Working Conditions
Standard office conditions with more than average noise. Periodic contact with conditions such as fumes, noise, chemicals, hazards, and/or diseases.
At Phelps Health, we think we have a better team, benefits, and opportunities for growth than anyone else around, and we invite you to see for yourself! Apply now to join us on our mission in health care.
Worksite address
rolla, MO, 65401, US
Who can apply
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