Billing Specialist

Nhccare; Murfreesboro, Northern (TN, KY); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision, life, and dis

Disability insurance

Paid time off

401(k) with company match

Job summary

National HealthCare Corporation in Murfreesboro, TN is seeking a Billing Specialist - Insurance A/R Specialist for NHC HomeCare Corporate to manage third-party billing and denials in an in-office setting. Monday through Friday, 8am–5pm, with duties including reviewing aged accounts, denials, and patient balances.

Qualifications include a high school diploma, 3+ years in healthcare billing (home health care ideal), knowledge of Medicare/third-party guidelines, and strong communication and

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.

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

Skills

Communication skills

Customer service

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Active listening

Self-motivation

Problem solving

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma

Business and computer courses desirable

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.

If you are interested in working for a leader in senior care and share NHC's values of honesty and integrity

EOE

Preferred

Expert

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