Billing Coordinator

Frye Regional Medical Center; Hickory (NC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits package

Paid time off

401(k) plan

Wellness programs

Career development

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Frye Regional Medical Center is seeking a Billing Coordinator to oversee daily billing and electronic posting functions at our Hickory, NC facility. You will coordinate Central Billing Office activities, process claims, post payments, verify submissions, and ensure compliance with CPT/ICD coding for various specialties.

The role requires knowledge of billing processes and payer communication, with a focus on accuracy, timeliness, and accurate patient eligibility.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; associate degree preferred.
• CPC or equivalent coding/billing credential preferred.
• Provider credentialing experience preferred.
• Central Billing Office proficiency test completion preferred.
• Minimum of one year working in insurance and collecting unpaid accounts.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office software, specifically MS Word and MS Excel.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate Central Billing Office activities related to ensuring the collection of funds for all billable services so that goals are met in Bad Debts, AR Days and Cash collections.
• Submission of electronic and paper claims (qOD), processing Patient statements (qW).
• Posting of electronic payments (within 72 hrs of receipt) are the main activities within this coordination responsibility.
• Verify all claims are submitted timely and accurately.
• Demonstrate understanding of CPT, ICD-9, ICD-10, and HCPCS coding for all practice specialties.
• Verify and communicate eligibility, benefits, and patient responsibilities for any assigned accounts.
• Perform special projects related to billing and collection efforts.
• Assist with posting charges, payments, and adjustments to accounts with a high degree of accuracy.
• Understanding of federal compliance issues related to billing and collections.
• Keep supply expenses at or below those budgeted.
• Develop a relationship with third party payers and vendors to ensure cash flow is maximized.

Skills

CPC coding credential

Medical billing

Insurance collections

MS Word

MS Excel

Billing software

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate's degree or higher preferred

Tools

MS Word

MS Excel

Billing software

CMS/claims systems

Job description

Your Experience Matters

How You'll Contribute

A Billing Coordinator coordinates daily billing and electronic posting functions.

• Coordinate Central Billing Office activities related to ensuring the collection of funds for all billable services so that goals are met in Bad Debts, AR Days and Cash collections
• Submission of electronic and paper claims (qOD), processing Patient
• Statements (qW), posting of electronic payments (within 72 hrs of receipt) are the main activities within this coordination responsibility
• Verify all claims are submitted timely and accurately
• Demonstrate understanding of CPT, ICD-9, ICD-10, and HCPCS coding for all practice specialties
• Verify and communicate eligibility, benefits, and patient responsibilities for any assigned accounts
• Perform special projects related to billing and collection efforts
• Assist with posting charges, payments, and adjustments to accounts with a high degree of accuracy
• Understanding of federal compliance issues related to billing and collections
• Keep supply expenses at or below those budgeted
• Develop a relationship with third party payers and vendors to ensure cash flow is maximized

Why join us

We Believe That Investing In Our Employees Is The First Step To Providing Excellent Patient Care. In Addition To Your Base Compensation, This Position Also Offers

• Comprehensive Benefits: Multiple levels of medical, dental and vision coverage - with medical plans starting at just $10 per pay period - tailored benefit options for part-time and PRN employees, and more.
• Financial Protection & PTO: Life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, short- and long-term disability, paid family leave and paid time off.
• Financial & Career Growth: Higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package and company match.
• Employee Well-being: Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs).
• Professional Development: Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.
• Tuition Reimbursement : Available for full and part time employees to further education.

Your Experience Matters

At Lifepoint Health, we are committed to empowering and supporting a diverse and determined workforce who can drive quality, scalability, and significant impact across our hospitals and communities. As a member of the Health Support Center (HSC) team, you'll support those that are in our facilities who are interfacing and providing care to our patients and community members to positively impact our mission of making communities healthier

How You'll Contribute

A Billing Coordinator coordinates daily billing and electronic posting functions.

• Coordinate Central Billing Office activities related to ensuring the collection of funds for all billable services so that goals are met in Bad Debts, AR Days and Cash collections
• Submission of electronic and paper claims (qOD), processing Patient
• Statements (qW), posting of electronic payments (within 72 hrs of receipt) are the main activities within this coordination responsibility
• Verify all claims are submitted timely and accurately
• Demonstrate understanding of CPT, ICD-9, ICD-10, and HCPCS coding for all practice specialties
• Verify and communicate eligibility, benefits, and patient responsibilities for any assigned accounts
• Perform special projects related to billing and collection efforts
• Assist with posting charges, payments, and adjustments to accounts with a high degree of accuracy
• Understanding of federal compliance issues related to billing and collections
• Keep supply expenses at or below those budgeted
• Develop a relationship with third party payers and vendors to ensure cash flow is maximized

Why join us

We Believe That Investing In Our Employees Is The First Step To Providing Excellent Patient Care. In Addition To Your Base Compensation, This Position Also Offers

• Comprehensive Benefits: Multiple levels of medical, dental and vision coverage - with medical plans starting at just $10 per pay period - tailored benefit options for part-time and PRN employees, and more.
• Financial Protection & PTO: Life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, short- and long-term disability, paid family leave and paid time off.
• Financial & Career Growth: Higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package and company match.
• Employee Well-being: Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs).
• Professional Development: Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.
• Tuition Reimbursement : Available for full and part time employees to further education.

Applicants Should Have

• High school diploma or equivalent required, Associate's degree or higher preferred
• CPC or equivalent coding/billing credential preferred, and medical terminology desired
• Provider Credentialing experience preferred
• Central Billing Office proficiency test completion preferred
• Certified Professional Biller certification preferred
• Minimum of one year working in insurance and collecting unpaid accounts
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office software, specifically MS Word and MS Excel

EEOC Statement

" Frye Regional Medical Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Frye Regional Medical Center is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment."