Clinic Front Desk & Billing Specialist

Appalachian Regional Healthcare (ARH); Middlesborough (KY); On-site; USD 17,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

Appalachian Regional Healthcare (ARH) in Middlesborough, KY, is seeking a Clinic Clerk to efficiently register, discharge, and manage patient information in accordance with clinic policies. The role involves handling payments, posting charges, and maintaining accurate accounts while providing courteous service to patients and families.

The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma or GED, basic computer skills in Word and Excel, and the ability to type 60 wpm.

Qualifications

• Basic computer skills in Word and Excel required.
• Knowledge of medical terminology, CPT coding and ICD9 coding.
• Must type 60 words per minute accurately.
• Must operate various office machines and be organized.
• Must function well under stressful conditions.

Responsibilities

• Greet patients courteously and determine their needs.
• Register patients and prepare records, notices, and payor information.
• Interview patients to determine payment arrangements.
• Assist self-pay patients with balance arrangements.
• Explain insurance benefits and answer patient account inquiries.
• Receive payments, issue receipts, and maintain records.
• Post charges and payments daily to patient accounts.
• Bills patients according to policy and maintain charts.

Skills

Word

Excel

Typing 60 wpm

Office equipment

Organized

Ability to work under stress

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Appalachian Regional Healthcare (ARH) in Middlesborough, KY, is seeking a Clinic Clerk to efficiently register, discharge, and manage patient information in accordance with clinic policies. The role involves handling payments, posting charges, and maintaining accurate accounts while providing courteous service to patients and families.

The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma or GED, basic computer skills in Word and Excel, and the ability to type 60 wpm.