Medical Charge Entry Specialist Associates in Psychiatry and Counseling Elgin, IL Job Details Full-time $22 - $27 an hour 1 day ago Benefits Health insurance Dental insurance Tuition reimbursement Paid time off Retirement plan Qualifications Collaborate with healthcare professionals Customer communication Customer service Health insurance experience Attention to detail Healthcare privacy protection Medical claims submission Managing patient records Medical terminology Documentation review Full Job Description Job Summary We are seeking a detail-oriented and motivated Medical Charge Entry Specialist to join our healthcare team. In this vital role, you will be responsible for accurately entering and managing medical billing data for inpatient, outpatient and nursing home charges, ensuring seamless claims processing, and supporting the overall revenue cycle. Your expertise will help facilitate timely reimbursements, maintain precise medical records, and uphold the highest standards of healthcare claims management. If you possess strong attention to detail, and are passionate about healthcare administration, this is an exciting opportunity to contribute to quality patient care and operational excellence. Responsibilities Enter and verify medical charges using billing software, EMR (Electronic Medical Records), and EHR (Electronic Health Records) systems with precision and efficiency. Review medical documentation to ensure accurate coding using CPT (Current Procedural Terminology), ICD-10, and ICD coding standards. Assign appropriate codes for diagnoses, procedures, and services to facilitate correct billing and reimbursement processes. Manage healthcare claims submissions, follow up on unpaid or rejected claims, and perform collections on outstanding balances. Collaborate with healthcare providers to clarify documentation or coding discrepancies to optimize revenue capture. Maintain comprehensive medical records and ensure compliance with healthcare regulations and privacy standards. Utilize Microsoft Office tools for reporting, data entry audits, and record keeping as needed. Skills Strong knowledge of medical coding including CPT, ICD-10, and ICD coding practices. Experience with medical billing software, EMR/EHR systems, and healthcare claims management platforms. Familiarity with health insurance policies, medical terminology, and medical records management. Excellent customer service skills to communicate effectively with providers, insurance companies, and patients. Ability to interpret complex medical documentation accurately for billing purposes. Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications for documentation and reporting tasks. Knowledge of medical collection procedures and healthcare reimbursement processes. Join our team as a Medical Charge Entry Specialist to play a crucial role in supporting efficient healthcare operations! Your expertise will directly impact the accuracy of billing processes while ensuring excellent service delivery in a dynamic environment dedicated to patient care excellence.

Pay:

$22.00 - $27.00 per hour

Benefits:

Dental insurance Health insurance Paid time off Retirement plan Tuition reimbursement Application Question(s): This is an in person position. Can you work on site for the shift?

Experience:

charge entry: 2 years (Required) ICD 10 coding and CPT coding: 2 years (Required)

Work Location:

In person