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Koerner Chiropractic & Physical Therapy
Medical Billing Specialist
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A Billing Specialist performs administrative work at financial institutions and banks that handle bills, receipts, and invoices. Manages the status of client accounts and tracks financial records, charges, and receipts of the accounts.
$42,624 / year median in Kansas
+1% projected growth
Job Description
Job Summary We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Medical Billing Specialist to join our healthcare team. In this vital role, you will be responsible for managing the billing process, ensuring accurate coding, and facilitating smooth claims submissions to insurance providers. Your expertise will help optimize revenue cycle management while maintaining compliance with healthcare regulations. This position offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to efficient medical billing operations and support patient financial interactions with professionalism and precision. Responsibilities Review and verify patient medical records, ensuring accuracy and completeness for billing purposes Assign appropriate codes using CPT (Current Procedural Terminology), ICD-9, ICD-10, and DRG (Diagnosis-Related Group) classifications to facilitate precise billing and reimbursement Prepare and submit healthcare claims electronically using billing software and EMR/EHR (Electronic Medical Records/Electronic Health Records) systems Follow up on unpaid or denied claims through medical collection efforts, resolving discrepancies and appealing as needed Maintain detailed documentation of billing activities, including claim status updates and payment postings Collaborate with healthcare providers to clarify documentation or coding issues that impact billing accuracy Stay current with changes in healthcare claims management, health insurance policies, and medical coding standards to ensure compliance Skills Strong knowledge of medical terminology, medical records management, and healthcare claims processing Proficiency in CPT coding, ICD-9/ICD-10 coding systems, DRG classifications, and ICD coding practices Experience with medical billing software, EMR/EHR systems, and Microsoft Office applications Excellent customer service skills to communicate effectively with patients, insurance companies, and healthcare providers Familiarity with health insurance policies, benefits verification, and medical collection procedures Ability to interpret complex medical documentation accurately for billing purposes Knowledge of healthcare regulations related to medical coding and billing compliance Join our team as a Medical Billing Specialist if you're passionate about accuracy, efficiency, and supporting quality healthcare delivery. Your expertise will be instrumental in ensuring seamless financial operations while providing excellent service to our patients and partners.