Healthcare Eligibility Specialist: Precision Patient Data

SCP Health; Lafayette (LA); On-site; USD 18,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

401(k) with company match

Paid time off and holidays

Professional development support

Employee wellness resources

Job summary

SCP Health is seeking a detail oriented Billing Specialist to update patient demographics and insurance data with precision. You will determine correct billing information from medical records and contact carriers to verify data as needed.

Responsibilities include handling complex edits, reporting system issues, and maintaining current billing policies while contributing to a collaborative team environment.

Qualifications

• Detail oriented and organized in handling patient data.
• Strong data entry accuracy and ability to meet deadlines.
• Excellent written and verbal communication with colleagues.

Responsibilities

• Update demographics and insurance information based on feedback.
• Determine correct insurance carrier and billing info from medical records.
• Contact carriers or facilities to obtain accurate data when needed.
• Use Centricity/payor websites to verify data and edits.
• Request additional insurance entries in Centricity as required.
• Escalate to supervisor for clarification to ensure accurate edits.
• Identify and report complex edits and system issues affecting billing quality.
• Maintain understanding of current department policies and procedures.
• Promote teamwork to achieve department goals and participate in meetings.

Skills

Detail oriented

Organized

Data entry accuracy

Interpersonal skills

Team player

Tools

Word

Excel

Windows

Outlook

Job description

SCP Health is seeking a detail oriented Billing Specialist to update patient demographics and insurance data with precision. You will determine correct billing information from medical records and contact carriers to verify data as needed.

Responsibilities include handling complex edits, reporting system issues, and maintaining current billing policies while contributing to a collaborative team environment.