Biller

Prestige Staffing; Knoxville (TN); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A staffing agency is seeking a Medical Biller in Knoxville, TN. In this entry-level position, you will handle the processing of healthcare claims and invoices, ensuring reimbursement from insurance companies. Key duties include reviewing patient records, coding diagnoses, verifying insurance coverage, and managing claims submission. Strong attention to detail and experience with coding systems such as ICD-10 are essential for this role. Contract employment offered.

Responsibilities

• Review patient medical records to accurately code diagnoses, procedures, and services rendered.
• Utilize appropriate coding systems to assign codes that comply with insurance guidelines.
• Verify patient insurance coverage, eligibility, and benefits prior to claim submission.
• Compile and prepare electronic or paper claims for submission to insurance carriers.
• Transmit claims electronically using billing software or submit paper claims.
• Ensure that all required claim information and documentation are included.
• Monitor claim status and follow up on unpaid, denied, or delayed claims.
• Contact insurance carriers to inquire about claim status and payment discrepancies.
• Investigate and resolve claim rejections and other issues causing payment delays.

Skills

Knowledge of ICD-10, CPT, and HCPCS coding systems

Experience with medical billing software and electronic claim submission

Ability to verify eligibility and benefits and to communicate effectively with insurers and patients

Strong attention to detail and accuracy in coding and documentation

Job description

Overview

As a Medical Biller, you will be responsible for accurately and efficiently processing healthcare claims and invoices to ensure timely reimbursement from insurance companies and patients.

Key Responsibilities

• Review patient medical records, encounter forms, and other documentation to accurately code diagnoses, procedures, and services rendered.
• Utilize appropriate coding systems (e.g., ICD-10, CPT, HCPCS) to assign codes that comply with insurance guidelines and regulatory requirements.
• Verify patient insurance coverage, eligibility, and benefits prior to claim submission.
• Compile and prepare electronic or paper claims for submission to insurance carriers or government payers.
• Transmit claims electronically using billing software or submit paper claims via mail or other designated channels.
• Ensure that all required claim information, attachments, and supporting documentation are included to facilitate prompt adjudication.
• Monitor claim status and follow up on unpaid, denied, or delayed claims in a timely manner.
• Contact insurance carriers to inquire about claim status, denial reasons, and payment discrepancies.
• Investigate and resolve claim rejections, coding errors, and other issues contributing to payment delays or denials.

Seniority level

• Entry level

Employment type

• Contract

Job function

• Accounting/Auditing and Finance

Industries

• Staffing and Recruiting

Location

Knoxville, TN

Qualifications

• Knowledge of ICD-10, CPT, and HCPCS coding systems
• Experience with medical billing software and electronic claim submission
• Ability to verify eligibility and benefits and to communicate effectively with insurers and patients
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in coding and documentation

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