- Perform appropriate follow-up actions on monthly claims such as re-billing, secondary billing, claims corrections, and denials.
- Perform collections process for account balances monthly.
- Update billing records to include notes on billing and collections.
- Complete adjustment transactions when appropriate.
- Maintain aging balances in accordance with acceptable collection standard.
- Complete insurance verifications and pre-authorizations.
- Update patient demographics.
- Medicare, Medicaid, Third Party billing and accounting background preferred.
- Must be organized with a strong attention to detail.
- Must have a working knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel.
- Demonstrate good written and verbal communication skills.
- Must be comfortable learning and using computers along with multiple medical billing applications.
- Experience in clinical laboratory billing is preferred but not required.
- Excellent customer service skills related to patients, business contacts, and client employees.
Medical Biller - Nashville, United States - Mitchell Martin
Description
Our Client, a nonprofit medical corporation is seeking a Medical Billing Clerk.
Location: Hybrid, Nashville, TN
Position Type: Contract-to-Hire
Schedule: Monday-Friday 08:00am-05:00pm
Overview: The medical billing clerk performs accounting and billing functions to support the processing of medical claims for laboratory services. Each billing clerk is assigned a designated patient listing and is responsible for ensuring the accuracy and timeliness of the billing process as well as ensuring accounts receivables are maintained within departmental standards. Position requires regular, effective communication with other coworkers, patients and insurance representatives. Must be organized and effective at multi-tasking.
Responsibilities: Process billable charges for assigned patients each month.
Qualifications: High School diploma or equivalent required.