Hybrid Optometry Claims Specialist

The Ohio State University; Columbus (OH); Hybrid; USD 22,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

The Ohio State University College of Optometry is seeking a Claims Coordinator to join our Billing Office team. This position is responsible for data analysis, evaluation of patient accounts, and serving as a liaison between clinic attending optometrists, patients, and third-party payers, with duties including insurance claim submission, follow-up, posting, and account reconciliation.

The Optometry Claims Coordinator requires excellent written and verbal communication skills, proficiency with

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Experience with patient billing and insurance claims preferred.
• Strong communication and data-handling abilities required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and submit billing data for vision and medical claims to insurance companies.
• Handle internal billings for safety glasses or research projects.
• Verify patient information for accuracy and update as needed.
• Collect and review referrals and pre-authorizations.
• Monitor late payments and reconcile accounts monthly.
• Follow up on missed payments and resolve discrepancies.
• Review patient bills for accuracy and request missing information.
• Investigate and appeal denied claims.
• Verify insurance benefits and coverage.

Skills

Data analysis

Communication skills

Patient billing

Insurance claim submission

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Compulink

Job description

The Ohio State University College of Optometry is seeking a Claims Coordinator to join our Billing Office team. This position is responsible for data analysis, evaluation of patient accounts, and serving as a liaison between clinic attending optometrists, patients, and third-party payers, with duties including insurance claim submission, follow-up, posting, and account reconciliation.

The Optometry Claims Coordinator requires excellent written and verbal communication skills, proficiency with