You are applying for a position through Medix, a staffing agency. The actual posting represents a position at one of our clients.
Job Summary
Our client is looking for a Medical Biller to manage billing processes for multiple entities within a plastic surgery center. The candidate will handle a variety of insurance types, ensuring patient records are up-to-date and all billing operations run smoothly. This role involves working closely with both patients and insurance companies to resolve any discrepancies and arrange payment plans as necessary.
Responsibilities / Job Duties
- Ensure patient information is accurate and complete.
- Request any missing patient information.
- Review referrals and authorizations.
- Confirm patient benefits and insurance.
- Follow all regulations and guidelines set by Medicare, state programs, and PPO plans.
- Transfer insurance claims and billing data to billing software.
- Create both paper and electronic copies of documentation.
- Develop and maintain a tracking system of incoming and late payments.
- Monitor and date late payments.
- Initiate late payment notices to relevant parties.
- Respond to questions and complaints from patients or insurance companies.
- Follow-up on late or missed payment notices.
- Monitor and resolve financial discrepancies.
- Arrange payment plans and timelines for payments.
- File and maintain organized documentation of all billing and records.
- Follow set billing processes and procedures.
- Update and review all accounts to keep records of payments up-to-date.
- Work with personal information and maintain patient confidentiality.
Qualifications
- Experience with Next Tech software preferred.
- Out-of-network billing experience highly valuable.
- Experience in multi-specialty practices such as surgery, dermatology, or plastic surgery beneficial.
- High attention to detail and the ability to multitask.
- Flexible and adaptable to various billing tasks beyond routine processes.
Schedule / Shift
Full-time, Monday through Friday, 8 AM to 5 PM.
Remotely work two days a week, with three days in office. Specific in-office days to be confirmed, but initially Tuesday and Thursday remote, Monday, Wednesday, and Friday in office.
Benefits
- Paid Sick Leave (Medix provides paid sick leave according to state and local sick leave ordinances).
- Health Benefits / Dental / Vision (Medix offers 6 different health plans: 3 Major Medical Plans, 2 Fixed Indemnity Plans (Standard and Preferred), and 1 Minimum Essential Coverage (MEC) Plan. Eligibility for health benefits is based on verifying that an average of 30 hours per week during the first 4 weeks of the work assignment has been met. If you meet eligibility requirements and take action to enroll, you will be covered no earlier than 60 days into your assignment, depending on plan selection(s)).
- 401k (Eligible on the first 401k open enrollment date following 6 consecutive months on assignment. 401k Open Enrollment dates are 1/1, 4/1, 7/1, and 10/1).
- Short Term Disability Insurance.
- Term Life Insurance Plan.
*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 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.
Medix Overview:
With over 20 years of experience connecting organizations with highly qualified professionals, Medix is a leading provider of workforce solutions for clients and candidates across the healthcare, scientific, technology, and government industries. Through our core purpose of positively impacting lives, we’re dedicated to creating opportunities for job seekers at some of the nation's top companies. As an award-winning career partner, Medix is committed to helping talent find fulfilling and meaningful work because our mission is to help you achieve yours.
