Billing Specialist

Atlantic Eye

Eatontown (NJ)

On-site

USD 45,000 - 65,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

401(K) retirement savings plan

Comprehensive medical, vision, and dental insurance

Paid holidays and vacation days

Employee discounts

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Atlantic Eye in Eatontown is seeking a detail-oriented Billing Specialist to manage billing processes, ensuring accurate and timely submissions of claims and resolving billing issues. You will prepare and submit insurance claims, post payments, and analyze aging reports while maintaining compliance with regulations.

The ideal candidate has 2+ years of experience, proficiency with billing software, and strong organizational skills. Benefits include competitive salary, 401(K) with employer match, and comprehensive insurance plans.

Qualifications

Certification in medical billing and coding (CPC, CCS-P) preferred.
Minimum of 2 years of medical billing experience, preferably in ophthalmology.
Ability to handle sensitive information with the highest degree of integrity and confidentiality.

Responsibilities

Prepare and submit insurance claims for services rendered.
Post payments from insurance companies and patients.
Reconcile payments and resolve discrepancies.
Analyze aging report to identify accounts with overdue balances.
Follow up on unpaid claims and investigate reasons for denials.
Generate and send out patient statements.
Handle patient billing inquiries and resolve any issues.
Set up and manage payment plans for patients.
Ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local regulations.
Maintain patient confidentiality and secure handling of records.

Skills

Medical billing experience

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Knowledge of medical terminology

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Healthcare Administration

Tools

Billing software

Electronic health records (EHR) systems

Job description

Overview

The Billing Specialist at Atlantic Eye is responsible for managing the billing processes to ensure accurate and timely submission of claims, processing payments, and resolving billing issues. This role requires a detail‑oriented individual with strong organizational and communication skills to handle sensitive patient information and interact with insurance companies.

Responsibilities

Prepare and submit insurance claims for services rendered.
Post payments from insurance companies and patients.
Reconcile payments and resolve discrepancies.
Analyze the aging report to identify accounts with overdue balances, focusing on claims that require immediate attention based on age and priority.
Follow up on unpaid claims and investigate reasons for denials.
Generate and send out patient statements.
Handle patient billing inquiries and resolve any issues.
Set up and manage payment plans for patients as necessary.
Utilize correct coding practices for procedures (CPT, ICD‑10).
Ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local regulations, including HIPAA.
Maintain patient confidentiality and secure handling of patient records.

Qualifications

Certification in medical billing and coding (CPC, CCS‑P) preferred.
Minimum of 2 years of medical billing experience, preferably in ophthalmology.
Proficiency with billing software and electronic health records (EHR) systems.
Strong knowledge of medical terminology, billing procedures, and coding standards.
Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
Ability to handle sensitive information with the highest degree of integrity and confidentiality.

Education Requirements