Senior Billing Specialist Position Available In Erie, New York

Senior Billing Specialist 2.9 2.9 out of 5 stars Amherst, NY 14228 Job description

Senior Billing Specialist Organization Name:

Northtowns Cardiology Website:

www.northtownscardiology.com

FLSA Status:

Non-exempt Employment Status:

Full-time Regular Primary Location:

BUFFALO, NY

Job Summary A medical billing specialist is responsible for payment posting, charge entry, and claim submissions to ensure the accuracy and integrity of charges. Follow-up on all unpaid balances through both Insurance AR follow-up and direct patient contact. Verification of patient information and insurance. Investigate credit balances thoroughly and request refunds/retractions where necessary. Routinely run applicable reports to ensure the status of all accounts are accurate and current. Pay based on experience. Starting at $20.00 and is negotiable. Education and Experience High School Diploma or the equivalent (GED) Medical billing certifications preferred Minimum 1 year experience, preferably 2 Medent experience preferred Knowledge Professional, positive and caring attitude throughout the entire patient encounter. Strong foundation of insurance carrier knowledge Knowledge of cardiology or professional/technical billing a plus Skills Microsoft office (Excel, Word) Highly organized with ability to keep up with a fast-paced environment Essential Functions Retrieve claim submission reports and correct claims Prepare, transmit, correct and resubmit all ECS claims Work open AR for assigned insurances, including completing the 60-90 Days Insurance Report Responsible for answering the phones and resolving the issues Work as backup by entering EFTs into payment log. Posting electronic and manual insurance payments for assigned insurances Post electronic and manual insurance payments for assigned insurances Produce patient statement file & notify off-site Prepare and print paper claims Make collections phone calls Enter EFTs into Payment Log Post personal payments Post insurance CC payments Work insurance payment denials-correct claim and resubmit or send triage to appropriate person to fix Post no show fees Record audits Download EFT checks for all insurances Print superbill listing and enter missing co-pays Print website payments and post

Work Environment:

The position is in a well-lit, very fast-paced, clean medical office environment.

Physical Requirements:

Must possess the physical and mental abilities to perform the tasks normally associated with the essential job functions.

Benefits:

Health insurance, single plan dental at no cost to you, single plan vision insurance at no cost to you, life insurance, short term disability, monthly gas bonus ($40), annual bonus (minimum $250), 401k w/ match after one year of employment (at least $2,080/year), competitive PTO, and 7 paid holidays a year.

Pay:

Starting at $20/hour – negotiable based on experience

Job Type:

Full-time Work Location:

In person

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

From $20.00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching AD&D insurance Dental insurance Disability insurance Health insurance Life insurance Paid sick time Paid time off Referral program Retirement plan Vision insurance

Schedule:

10 hour shift 8 hour shift Monday to

Friday Supplemental Pay:

Yearly bonus

Work Location:

In person