Medical Biller

Job Description Position Title:

Medical Biller

Work Location:

Houston, TX 77054

Assignment Duration:

6 Months

Work Arrangement:

Hybrid Position Summary:

A medical biller will be responsible for transferring patient and insurance information and initiating payment processes and procedures. The ideal candidate will be well-versed in billing software, medical insurance regulations, and an expert at responding to patient and insurance inquiries.

Key Responsibilities:

• Ensure patient information is accurate and complete
• Request any missing patient information
• Review referrals and authorizations
• Confirm patient benefits and insurance
• Follow all regulations and guidelines set by Medicare, state programs, and HMO/PPO
• Transfer insurance claims and billing data to billing software
• Create both paper and electronic copies of documentation
• Develop and maintain a tracking system of incoming and late payments
• Monitor and date late payments
• Initiate late payment notices to relevant parties
• Respond to questions and complaints from patients or insurance companies
• Follow-up on late or missed payment notices
• Monitor and resolve financial discrepancies
• Arrange payment plans and timelines for payments
• File and maintain organized documentation of all billing and record
• Follow set billing processes and procedures
• Update and review all accounts to keep records of payments up-to-date
• Work with personal information and maintain patient confidentiality

Qualification & Experience:

• High school diploma or equivalent; Bachelor's degree in accounting, health care administration, finance, business, or related field preferred
• previous experience as a medical biller or in a related healthcare administrative position
• Able to multitask, prioritize, and manage time efficiently
• Self-motivated and self-directed; able to work without supervision
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Proficient computer skills, Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Excel); working knowledge of billing software a plus
• Strong customer service skills and comfortable answering both patient and insurance company questions
• Able to analyze problems and strategize for better solutions Applicant Notices & Disclaimers For information on benefits, equal opportunity employment, and location-specific applicant notices, click here At SPECTRAFORCE, we are committed to maintaining a workplace that ensures fair compensation and wage transparency in adherence with all applicable state and local laws.

This position's starting pay is: $23.00/daily.