MEDICARE BILLER/CLERICAL SUPPORT - HOME HEALTH - FT DAYS (63844)

Job Summary: The biller/clerical support is responsible for submitting insurance claims, performing secretarial functions and insurance verification as needed. Job duties are focused on data entry, insurance billing, account management and office management. Duties may vary within the department.

Job Responsibilities:

1. Submits claims and performs accounts receivable tasks to insurance companies.
2. Submits Medicare credit balances quarterly.
3. Calculates and submits the end of the month department statistics to accounts payable.
4. Provides support to other staff with paperwork and telephone calls associated with authorizations, submitting documents to Medicare, referrals, scans paper charts and other documents accurately and timely into the patient’s computer record.
5. If needed, calls insurance companies or enters on-line demographic information to obtain precertification.
6. Maintains access to remain current on knowledge of on-line web sites for insurance companies
7. Clearly documents information regarding billing, accounts receivable and required follow up in the patient’s chart.
8. Assists with compliance issues with Medicare and other insurance companies.
9. Supports patient’s right and responsibilities, including respect of cultural, ethical, and religious diversity.
10. Demonstrates flexibility to meet staffing needs of the department.
11. Meets productivity standards

Qualifications

Education Requirements and Other Requirements:

Education Level: High school diploma or equivalent preferred.

Certification/Licensure: None

Experience Requirements: Have qualified secretarial skills, be proficient in Word, Excel and computer usage. Knowledge of medical terminology and medical billing is preferred. Polite phone etiquette and ability to multi task.