Our client, a specialized practice with an amazing culture is looking to add a leader to their growing team!
In this role you will support the billing department and all office staff by providing assistance in all areas of billing and collections.
In addition, this role requires communication with patients, insurance providers and clinical staff regarding the handling of all aspects of each claim.
Supervisory Duties :
Training and oversight performance of Medical Office Biller(s) within the organization.
Has regular meetings with all staff in the billing department regarding best billing and collections practices
Monitors overall workload in the department, and distributes work accordingly
Assists with recruitment, discipline and termination of any billing department staff members
Ensures coverage is provided during sick or vacation periods
Reimbursement and Billing Operations Management :
Maintains knowledge and handles all of the details of all positions within the billing department- including, claim processing, payment posting, insurance claim follow-up, patient collections, complex insurance / patient cases, L5999 and L7499 coding compliance.
Provides opinion and introduces best practices within the billing department when dealing with EFT, EDI and Electronic claims into the systems.
Meets with Director of Operations monthly or as needed to discuss difficult claims, analyze accounts, AR Reports, and collections statistics by payer.
Performs monthly billing audits to ensure timely and accurate processing of payment posting, and collections activity within the company.
Works with Payment poster and account manager to ensure a timely end of month close- goal is 2-3 days.
Assists with appeals and takes on High Level appeals personally
Assists patients with setting up any necessary payment plans regarding their balances
Reviews monthly billing statements for accuracy
Assists in determining if accounts need adjusting
Assists in Refunding both patient and insurance carriers
Maintains OPIE Fee schedules each year- ensuring accuracy and full details of the fee schedules
Full time in office position*
Benefits : 401(k) matching
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Life insurance
Paid time off
Vision insurance
Minimum 2 years previous experience in a supervisory role within a billing department
Attends Insurance seminars as requested and maintains and distributes updates as applicable.
Maintains patient confidentiality; complies with HIPAA and compliance guidelines established by the practice
Maintains detailed knowledge of practice management and other computer software as it relates to job functions
Performs any additional duties as requested by the Director of Operations
When necessary, provide front office coverage at all local sites
Participates and gives input at Administrator Meetings regarding the Billing