Billing Specialist-Bryan Physician Network

Bryan Health; Lincoln (NE); On-site; USD 36,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Bryan Health is seeking a BPN Billing Specialist to ensure accurate submission of claims to third party payers and to collect from payers and patients. The role works closely with the Central Business Office and internal staff to secure resolution of accounts while maintaining superior customer service.

Responsibilities include clerical duties, processing remittance advice, handling incoming mail, and following up on unbilled claims.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Minimum of two years insurance billing experience in a clinic or hospital setting.

Responsibilities

• Submit claims to third party payers accurately and timely.
• Follow up on denials and requests for information to resolve accounts.
• Post payments and remittance advice from payers.
• Answer patient billing questions and provide excellent customer service.
• Maintain current billing guidelines and payer regulations.

Skills

Billing

Insurance billing

Customer service

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

GENERAL SUMMARY:

The BPN Billing Specialist is responsible for the accurate submission of all claims to third party payers according to policy and billing regulations and the collection of accounts from third party payers and patients. Ensures that compliance standards are supported and works closely with patients, families, attorneys, outside agencies, third party payers and internal Bryan Health personnel to secure resolution of accounts while maintaining superior customer service. Responsible for clerical duties as assigned.

PRINCIPLE JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Commits to the mission, vision and beliefs of Bryan Health and consistently demonstrates our core values.
• Performs necessary clerical duties to complete billing tasks and document appropriate communication; files work documents and reference materials as needed.
• Responsible for following up and processing returned claims, reports, requests for information and resubmissions.
• Monitors all outstanding unbilled claims and reports any concerns to manager
• Provides support to Central Business Office (CBO) personnel as requested.
• Receives incoming mail and distributes to appropriate staff.
• Answers patient billing calls.
• Posts incoming checks and processes remittance advice from payers accurately.
• Works denials on the Explanation of Benefits (EOB) to completion.
• Maintains current billing guidelines and third party payer regulations.
• Reviews all claims for correct and complete patient and insurance information.
• Performs other related projects and duties as assigned.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

High school diploma or equivalent required. Minimum of two (2) years insurance billing experience in a clinic or hospital setting required. Prior patient accounting experience desired.