Billing Specialist

NHC HomeCare; Murfreesboro (TN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Medical, dental, vision, life, and dis

Job summary

NHC HomeCare Corporate in Murfreesboro, TN is seeking a Billing Specialist – Insurance A/R to support third-party billing, denials, and patient balances in an in-office environment. The role runs 8am–5pm, Monday through Friday, with a focus on accuracy and timely follow-up.

Ideal candidates have a high school diploma and 3+ years of healthcare billing experience, preferably in home health care, with Medicare knowledge and strong communication and organizational skills.

Qualifications

• High school diploma; business/computer courses desirable.
• 3+ years of third-party healthcare billing experience, preferably in home health care.
• Knowledge of Medicare and third-party insurance guidelines.
• Self-motivated with ability to work with little supervision.
• Proficient in verbal and written communications; active listening.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Investigative mindset to resolve issues efficiently.
• Excellent customer service and telephone etiquette.

Responsibilities

• Work outstanding aged accounts reports.
• Maintain a file on accounts requiring follow up until resolved.
• Review denials and submit corrected claims or follow up appeals.
• Assist patients in understanding balances after insurance processing.
• Be a reliable resource for staff regarding insurance requirements.
• Communicate with homecare offices for claim follow up.
• Other duties as assigned from time to time.

Skills

Healthcare billing

Accounts receivable

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Problem solving

Customer service

Education

High school diploma

Business courses desirable

Computer courses desirable

Tools

Billing software

Microsoft Excel

Job description

National HealthCare Corporation
Murfreesboro, TN 37130, USA

Description

Billing Specialist - Insurance A/R Specialist for NHC HomeCare Corporate

8am - 5pm Monday through Friday. This is an in office position.

Qualifications

• High school diploma. Additional business and computer courses desirable.
• 3+ years of third-party healthcare billing experience, preferable in home health care, including multiple carrier experience with EOB's and claims denials.
• Knowledge of Medicare and Third Party Insurance Guidelines
• Self-motivated. Able to work with little supervision.
• Proficient in verbal and written communications, including active listening skills.
• Strong organizational skills, work ethic, and high attention to detail.
• Investigative personality-ability to efficiently determine the problem and get to the bottom of an issue.
• Excellent Customer Service and telephone etiquette skills.

Performance Requirements

• Ability to speak, read, write, hear/comprehend in order to communicate adequately to carry out job duties and responsibilities.
• Mental acuity high enough to adequately perform job requirements and learn new skills.
• Ability to work cooperatively and harmoniously with a wide variety of people including insurance companies, patients, and and other NHC HomeCare staff.
• Must have predictable and consistent attendance.

Specific Responsibilities:

• Work outstanding Aged Accounts Reports
• Maintain a file on accounts requiring follow up until accounts are satisfactorily resolved.
• Review claims denials and submit corrected claims and/or follow up appeals
• Assist patients in understanding their balances after insurance has processed
• Be a reliable resource for other staff regarding insurance and their requirements
• Communicate with homecare offices as needed for claim and collection follow up
• Other duties as assigned from time to time

Competitive pay

Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance

Paid time off

401(k) with company match

About NHC

NHC is a nationally recognized leader in long-term and post-acute care. We are committed to providing compassionate care, supporting our communities, and fostering a workplace built on teamwork, integrity, and excellence.

EOE

Qualifications

Skills

Preferred

Expert

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