Job Information
TEKsystems Medical Biller in Annapolis, Maryland
Description:
The Billing Specialist supports the complete and timely collection of revenue for assigned groups by performing accurate coding and entry of patient and charge information into the billing system. The individual actively follows up on outstanding claims and/or charges.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Reviews and resolves payer denials, including appeals, coding corrections, medically necessity rules and other related functions.
Analyzes and resolve billing issues, keeping A/R to no more than 10% over 60 days.
Processes daily correspondence, claim status, handle denials, appeals and re-bills.
Answers billing questions and inquiries from patients and internal staff.
Updates patient files with address changes, contact information changes, etc., as needed.
Reviews all policy changes on a regular basis and informs supervisor and charge entry specialist of such changes.
Efficiently navigates assigned insurance companies' proprietary websites to find policies, research payments, etc.
Keeps supervisor apprised of matters regarding accounts receivable.
Responds to requests from billing company in a timely fashion.
Researches denials and submits correct claims/medical documentation.
Reviews and manages claims within the work dashboard hold buckets for resolution.
Creates, maintains and updates reports, as directed.
Exercises confidentiality in all areas, abiding by HIPAA rules and regulations.
Participates in and complete all required trainings and in-services.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Additional Skills & Qualifications:
Minimum Qualifications:
High School Diploma, or equivalent WITH a minimum of three (3) years related experience; OR an equivalent combination of education and/or experience.
Must have knowledge of Internet and Microsoft Office software (MS Word, MS Excel, MS PowerPoint, MS Outlook).
Must be able to establish and maintain effective working relationships with doctors, clinical staff, other co-workers and the public.
Must be able to work individually as well as within a team.
Must be able to respond with patience and understanding during stressful conditions related to patient health and emergent situations.
Must maintain and project a professional attitude and appearance at all time.
Must have a working knowledge of CPT and ICD-10 coding rules.
Must have a solid foundation of insurance knowledge and guidelines for third party payers.
Must have a working knowledge of the healthcare field and medical specialty, as well as medical terminology.
Preferred Qualifications:
• Two (2) years’ experience working with an Electronic Medical Record (EMR).
• Medical Billing Certification
About TEKsystems:
We're partners in transformation. We help clients activate ideas and solutions to take advantage of a new world of opportunity. We are a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 clients, including 80% of the Fortune 500, across North America, Europe and Asia. As an industry leader in Full-Stack Technology Services, Talent Services, and real-world application, we work with progressive leaders to drive change. That's the power of true partnership. TEKsystems is an Allegis Group company.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.