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Billing Specialist
- Posted: February 05, 2025
- Salary:US$20 - US$24 per hour
- Location:Phoenix
- Job type: Permanent
- Discipline:Revenue Cycle
- Reference:238373_1738797586
- Work Location:On-site
Job description
* Advocate for patients by obtaining necessary information for claims processing and balance resolution. * Analyze billing, collections, and payer trends, providing insights and solutions to management. * Handle insurance follow-ups to ensure timely payments, escalating issues as needed. * Draft correspondence, manage first-level appeals, and assist with special projects related to payer issues. * Maintain professionalism while communicating with patients, insurers, attorneys, and healthcare entities. * Conduct financial screenings, set up payment plans, and manage charity program eligibility. * Perform detailed account reviews, including claims billing, payment adjustments, and insurance verification. * Demonstrate proficiency in HCPCS, CPT, ICD-9/10 codes, medical terminology, and clinical documentation.
Qualifications
* Strong knowledge of Billing and Revenue Cycle processes
* Proficiency in Excel, and a proven track record of strong work habits
* Must have 3-5 years of hands-on experience in medical billing and collections within a medical office, clinical setting, or dedicated billing/collections department.
Nice to Have Skills
* Air Ambulance or Ambulatory experience, GE Centricity Experience (EMR)
Soft Skill/Attribute Requirements
* Drive & Energy, High Standards, Initiative , Integrity, Resourceful
Schedule
* Monday to Friday 8:00am to 4:30pm
Pay Rate
* $20 to $24 an hour
For California Applicants:
We will consider for employment all qualified Applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable federal, state and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance (FCIHO), Los Angeles Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers (ULAC), The San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance (FCO) , and the California Fair Chance Act (CFCA).
This position is subject to a background check based on its job duties, which may include patient care, working with vulnerable populations, access to financial and confidential information, driving, working with heavy machinery, or working in a warehouse or laboratory environment. Due to these job duties, this position has a significant impact on the business operations and reputation, as well as the safety and well-being of individuals who may be cared for as part of the job position or who may interact with staff or clients.