Billing Specialist

Billing Specialist 2.8 2.8 out of 5 stars Boynton Beach, FL 33437 $21

• $23 an hour
• Full-time Compass Health Systems 13 reviews $21
• $23 an hour
• Full-time Billing Specialist Job Category |Administrative Position Type |Full-Time FLSA | Non-Exempt Risk Exposure| Low Location |West Palm Beach, FL.

Immediate Supervisor |Director of Billing

POSITION FUNCTION/OVERVIEW

This position is responsible for the timely verification of medical insurance benefits, calling private insurance companies, Medicare, and/or Medicaid to obtain benefit information, determining insurance compatibility with healthcare provider programs, updating and refiling claims, coordinating with patients regarding their insurance benefits and medical providers programs, re-verifying existing patient insurance coverage, and determining if an insurance benefit plan considers selected products appropriate based on patient need.

PRIMARY DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES

• Promote the mission, values and vision of the organization.
• Provide excellent customer service for clients; practices confidentiality and privacy protocols in accordance with HIPAA requirements.
• Research plans and provides the admissions team with information about pre-certification, and policy details.
• Maintain a timely turnaround for verifications.
• Work with Utilization Review Specialists to achieve the highest levels of care for the client.
• Ensure al l required insurance standards and regulations are met.
• Performs other duties as required.

QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent with combination of education and work experience, required; Bachelor's degree, preferred.
• Minimum of two (2) years' experience in Medical Billing, Coding and Collections.
• Knowledge of Third Party payers, billing requirements and reimbursement methods; knowledge of medical terminology.
• Knowledgeable in the field of Substance Abuse treatment.
• Relevant computer software and hardware applications proficiency
• Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Electronic Medical Records, Billing Systems and/or other scheduling applications; KIPU preferred.
• CPR/1st Aid/Aggression Control.

SKILLS:

• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Ability to work independently, as well as part of a team.
• Manage multiple tasks and set priorities.
• Ability to handle highly sensitive and confidential information.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-energy environment.
• Excellent interpersonal and customer-facing skills.
• Ability to work accurately, with attention to detail.

Pay:

$21.00

• $23.

00 per hour

Work Location:

In person