Medical Billing Specialist

Employer
Hospice of the Foothills
Location
Grass Valley, California
Salary
Negotiable
Posted
Dec 07, 2024
Closes
Dec 12, 2024
Ref
2863231018
Position Type
Specialist, Staff
Hours
Full Time
Practice Setting
Hospice Care
Work Mode
On-site
Employment Type
Contract
Organization Type
Non-Profit, Private Practice
Foothills Compassionate Care is looking for a new Medical Billing Specialist to join our amazing team.

We are a non-profit agency located in the beautiful foothills of the Sierra Nevadas. Our mission is to provide compassionate end-of-life support and bereavement services for our patients, their families and the entire community.

If our mission is in alignment with your career experiences and continuing journey, we encourage you to apply.

Summary of Duties and Responsibilities: Working within our Finance Department, the Billing Specialist is responsible for all aspects of insurance claim processing including insurance verification, submission of treatment authorizations and payment posting.

Job Details and Essential Functions:

Process all patient billing and insurance correspondence

Post insurance and patient payments

Review patient status for new and on-going patient billing

Analyze patient revenue and expenses for correct accounting and resolution of discrepancies

Analyze and resolve aging accounts with timely A/R management and delinquent account follow up

Ensure all billing and patient related files are maintained in a secure environment

Submit treatment authorizations

Coding, including ICD-10

Support provider certification and contract processes

Coordinate with Hospice staff, insurance companies, skilled nursing facilities, and governmental agencies regarding verification and scope of patient insurance and reimbursement negotiations

Knowledge and Skills

Required

Medical insurance and billing knowledge with ability to identify and resolve incorrect or unpaid claims and other insurance issues

Ability to interpret and post payments from insurance EOBs

Ability to work efficiently with computers and related software

Speak with insurance companies and patients over the phone to resolve issues

Ability to perform work completely, accurately, and timely

Medical terminology

ICD -10, HCPCS and CPT Coding

Working knowledge of Microsoft Excel and Word

Desired

Experience working with Netsmart, Homecare, and eClinical Works software

Public speaking, developing relationships with identified partners, groups, businesses with whom Foothills Compassionate Care may have or need to establish affiliation

Education & Experience

Required

At least 1 year of experience in medical billing and coding, specifically billing Medicare or Medicaid

High school degree or equivalent

Desired

At least 2 years of experience in medical billing and coding in a Home Health or Hospice

License / Certifications

Required

Possess and maintain valid California driver's license, a reliable automobile and evidence of appropriate liability insurance

Join our dedicated team of healthcare professionals where your expertise will make a significant impact on patient care and the overall success of our practice.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $21.00 - $25.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:
401(k)
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Employee assistance program
Employee discount
Flexible spending account
Health insurance
Health savings account
Life insurance
Paid time off
Vision insurance
Schedule:
8 hour shift
Day shift

Experience:
Home health: 1 year (Required)
Microsoft Word: 1 year (Required)

License/Certification:
Driver's License (Required)

Ability to Commute:
Grass Valley, CA 95945 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:
Grass Valley, CA 95945: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person