Job Duties and Responsibilities:
The Medical Billing Associate ensures the efficient operation and effective reimbursement of third part account receivables by researching accounts, filing, refilling and appealing claims, submitting medical documentation and tracking account status by monitoring and analyzing assigned unresolved third party accounts. Initiate contacts and negotiate appropriate resolution (internal and external) as well as receive and resolve inquires and correspondence from third parties and patients.
Qualifications:
Associate Degree in Business Administration or related field, and 2 years of related experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Knowledge of Medicare and insurance billing required; Must be efficient with Microsoft products, data entry, running reports. Professionalism and courtesy when communicating with patients and other external contacts, primarily by telephone, displaying an attitude of proven, committed customer service as well.