Job Description
Job DescriptionJob Summary
This medical Billing Representative position is responsible for updating patient information and handling all contract billing appropriately; responsible for following up on accounts receivable and resolving delinquent accounts; and responsible for performing all duties in accordance with Practice policies and procedures.
Essential Functions of a Billing Representative
- Responsible for all aspects of follow up and collections, including making telephone calls.
- Create and maintain contract information within the contract module.
- Maintain current and accurate fee schedules for every contract.
- Establish and maintain working relationships with contacts for contracts bills.
- Ensure timeliness of payment based on contract agreements.
- Assess and bill late fees when applicable.
- Manage and maintain desk inventory, complete reports, and resolve high priority and aged inventory.
- Participate and attend meetings, training seminars and in-services to develop job knowledge. Participate in the monthly, quarterly and annual performance evaluation process with their supervisor.
- Respond timely to emails and telephone messages as appropriate.
Competencies/Skills
- Experience with insurance billing
- Experience with practice management software and workflows
Required Education and Experience
- HS/Diploma GED equivalent
- 2-5+ years of Healthcare Insurance Collections
- Must have strong AR follow up experience.
What We Offer
- Health, Dental, & Vision Insurance
- 401(k)
- Basic Life/AD&D
- Disability Insurance
- Paid Time Off
- Employee Assistance Program
Position Type/Expected Hours of Work
- Full time/40
Other Duties
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.