Billing Specialist

Company Overview JANZ Corporation is a global medical equipment and supplies company with a focus on US Government and active military customers. JANZ is looking for a dynamic, entrepreneurial type of individual to be a member of our medical billing team. Job Overview A Medical Billing specialist is responsible for organizing patient medical costs and sending invoices to collect payment from patients and their insurers. The duties include calling patients to discuss payment and develop reasonable payment plans, entering patient data into our software system, and recording information about claims and payments processed. Medical claims knowledge, along with Medicare and Tricare insurance experience, is a plus. Accepting candidates from the Columbus and Cincinnati Ohio areas. Responsibilities Calling insurance companies to resolve denials, but not limited to using phone, fax, and written correspondences to resolve denials to process correctly. Communicate with customers, vendors, and patients with professional demeanor. Understand claim denials and how to resolve and resubmit to the insurance company. Assist with maintaining and reporting various programs that guarantee continuous improvement for auditing purposes. Ability to maintain and work independently with an Excel worksheet and billing monthly claims with proficiency and accuracy. Adhere to HIPAA, Tricare and Medicare standards of privacy regulations. Perform posting charges, perform completion of claims to payors in a professional, timely manner. Must demonstrate proficient ability to foster professional working relationships utilizing strong interpersonal communication skills company-wide. Applicants must be able to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, and effectively present and debate any information relevant to their areas of expertise, toward responsibilities and duties on behalf of the company when appropriate. Perform billing verification services in collaboration with the contractor's policies and procedures. Responsible for all aspects of billing and collection of funds for services provided to home health patients that are funded by Medicare, Medicaid, all other commercial insurance companies, other federal, state, county, local programs, and home budget management in accordance with company standards and federal, state, and local standards, guidelines, and regulations. Required knowledge, skills, and abilities Associate Degree in business, healthcare administration, or related field is preferred Ability to motivate others to exceed expectations Enthusiastic and positive attitude Highly organized and attention to detail Results-oriented mindset Creative problem solver Strong verbal and written skills using Word, Excel, and any other program or tools required for completing job tasks. Willingness to learn and apply experience Required to work 40-45 hours per week. Must be able to work in an office and use standard office equipment, not limited to fax and copy machines, lift up to 10 pounds, have vision to read materials and computer screens, and speech to communicate over the phone and sit for extended periods of time. Understand and apply mathematical concepts such as basic algebra and geometry to such tasks as figures, discounts, percentages, addition, and subtraction. Experience An Associate degree or 1-2 years' experience in healthcare administration or related field is preferred

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

From $17.00 per hour Expected hours: 35 - 40 per week

Benefits:

401(k) Paid time off

Schedule:

8 hour shift Monday to Friday Work Location Columbus or Cincinnati area - In person

Pay:

From $17.00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) Paid time off Application Question(s): Do you have experience with Tricare and Medicare? Explain.

Education:

Associate (Preferred)

Experience:

healthcare administration: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location:

In person