Biller I (52352)

As a Biller I, you will perform accurate medical billing, payment posting, and account follow-up in accordance with established HealthLinc policies and procedures. This position will work closely with the billing staff and will report to the Billing Manager.

 

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Reviews and posts pending charges to patient accounts, ensuring correct amount and payer charged as needed.
• Reviews rejected charges and takes necessary steps for correction; re-bills when required.
• Contacts third party payers regarding outstanding charges.
• Assures correct ICD-10-CM diagnosis code and CPT and CDT code on all diagnoses and services provided as needed.
• Contacts providers to update them with correct coding information.
• Handles all patient and insurance plan billing inquiries.
• Receives patient and third-party payer payments/receipts and posts to proper patient accounts.
• Prints and reviews credit reports for unapplied credits to be applied to accounts and refund status.
• Posts bad debt as directed by CFO.
• Completes daily journal reconciliations to ensure logged payments and the payments recorded in Intergy match.
• All HealthLinc staff is committed to engage in quality improvement initiatives that align with and support Patient-Centered Medical Home (PCMH).
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Education/Training

• High school diploma or equivalent

Experience

• At least two years experience in coding and billing (not required but highly preferred)
• Proven experience with ICD-10, CDT and CPT codes
• Proven experience with interpreting Explanation of Benefits
• Proven experience with medical terminology

Skills/Job Requirement

• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Proven ability to work well in a team environment
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to remain flexible and adaptable
• Ability to follow HealthLinc policies and procedures

Technology Skills

• Operate a multi-line phone system and other office equipment including printers, fax machines, etc.
• Basic software skills (Microsoft Office, EHR, online sources, etc.)

DIRECT SUPERVISION:

• N/A

 

REQUIRED MEETING:

All assigned Relias training