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Specialist, Medical Billing
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Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine and Science North Chicago, Illinois
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$45,001 Salary, Full-Time
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Specialist, Medical Billing
Specialist, Medical Billing
Company:
Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine and ScienceJob Location:
North Chicago, IllinoisCategory:
Health and Medical ServicesType:
Full-Time Pay rate: $18.51 - $24.76 an hour, depending on experience and qualifications Position Summary Rosalind Franklin University Health Clinics is seeking to fill a full-time Billing Specialist. The Billing Specialist is responsible for gathering charge information, coding, entering charges into billing software, resolving outstanding balances with patients, and third-party payers to bring resolution to accounts. This role is a hybrid role with 3 days in office and 2 days remote once training has been completed. Must have reliable transportation to the office on in-office days. Our generous benefits package includes medical, dental, and vision plans; paid parental leave; short term and long term disability plans; life insurance; flexible spending accounts; and a 403(b) retirement plan which includes a 8% employer contribution after 2 years of service. RFUMS is committed to employee wellbeing and work-life balance. Full time staff are eligible for 3 weeks of vacation/ personal leave, 15 sick days, and 9 paid holidays, paid winter break, plus two floating holidays. Who We Are Rosalind Franklin University Health Clinics (RFUHC), a subsidiary of Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine and Science, combines compassionate care with state-of-the-art science to provide patients with high-quality medical services. RFUHC physicians are leaders and innovators in their specialties, offering patients access to the latest advances in podiatry, physical therapy, behavioral health, and reproductive medicine. Essential Duties & Responsibilities- Research all information needed to complete the billing process including obtaining charge information from all providers
- Prepare, review, and transmit claims using billing software to include electronic and paper claims
- Review patient bills for accuracy, completeness, and obtain any missing information, when appropriate
- Follow-up on unpaid claims within standard billing cycle timeframe
- Assist with coding and error resolution
- Review accounts for insurance and patient follow-up
- Investigate and appeal denied claims
- Call patients to collect on outstanding balances
- Answer all patient or insurance inquiries
- Perform other related duties as assigned or delegated Conditions of Employment Must achieve satisfactory results from a background check Compliance with the current clinic vaccination policy Required Education & Experience
- High school diploma or GED Equivalent.
- Minimum two years of medical billing, coding and AR experience. Required Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities
- Knowledge of health care billing/coding practices, regulations, and laws
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Strong attention to detail and ability to multi-task
- Proficient in using computer programs and calculators
- Ability to plan, prioritize, and complete delegated tasks
- Ability to examine documents for accuracy Preferred Qualifications
- Certification from a nationally recognized medical billing and coding certifying agency
- Experience with Athena Typical Physical Demands & Working Conditions Selected candidate must have the mental and physical capabilities to perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodations.