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Whitney Andresen
Talent Acquisition Specialist at California Retina Consultants
Billing Specialist
Our Billing Specialist plays a crucial role by ensuring accurate and timely processing of medical claims. They are primarily responsible for handling billing and invoicing procedures, working closely with healthcare providers, insurance companies, and patients to facilitate smooth financial transactions.
Responsibilities
Prepares and submits clean claims to various insurance companies either electronically or by paper
Contacts Insurance companies regarding unpaid claims via rebill, appeals, or phone
Accepts in-coming phone calls for patient inquiries
Answers questions from patients, clerical staff and insurance companies via phone, email, and messaging portals
Identifies and resolves patient billing complaints
Prepares, reviews and sends patient statements as needed
Mails appropriate patient contact letters to resolve outstanding claims
Evaluates patient’s financial status and establishes budget payment plans
Performs various collection actions including contacting patients by phone, correcting and resubmitting claims to third party payers
Utilizes Practice Management software and completes assigned AR and Patient tasking
Participates in educational activities and attends monthly staff meetings
Maintains strictest confidentiality; adheres to all HIPAA guidelines/regulations
Performs other duties as assigned
About the Candidate
High school diploma or equivalent
Minimum 2 years experience in Medical Billing
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Ability to multitask
Ability to work independently and as a team
Proactive in their work
Ability to learn NextGen, MDI EMR, and basic ICD-10 codes
Who We Are
California Retina Consultants (CRC) is part of Retina Consultants of America (RCA), the largest network of leading retina specialists with the mission of saving sight and improving patient lives through innovation and the highest quality care. Through RCA's physician-centered practice management model, physicians continue to drive clinical and practice culture while benefiting from the available business expertise, resources and shared best practices.
Benefits
Medical Insurance Plans
Vision Insurance Plan
Dental Insurance Plan
401K Contribution
Life Insurance
Sick, Vacation, and Holiday Pay
Certification Opportunities
Equal Opportunity Employer
California Retina Consultants is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and an Affirmative Action Employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity.
All offers are contingent upon satisfactory background check and pre-employment drug screen.
Seniority level
Not Applicable
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Administrative, Quality Assurance, and Health Care Provider
Industries
Hospitals and Health Care
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