Insurance Denials Specialist II

RAYUS Radiology; Saint Louis Park (MN); Remote; USD 43,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

DailyPay

Job summary

RAYUS Radiology is seeking an Insurance Denials Specialist II to join our team. You will research denied claims, determine reasons for denial, and take steps to expedite the billing and collections across the accounts receivable.

This is a 100% remote full-time position with 40 hours per week during corporate hours. You will communicate with patients, insurance carriers, centers, markets, referral sources and attorneys in a timely manner, document all interactions in the billing system, and

Qualifications

• 2 years' experience in a medical billing department, prior authorization, or payer claim processing, or 9+ months in the organization.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Word, and Outlook.
• Proficient with using computer systems and typing.

Responsibilities

• Research and follow up on denied claims to determine the reason for denial.
• Review and submit documentation for resubmission per guidelines.
• Communicate with patients, carriers, centers, markets and attorneys to expedite billing and collections.
• Document all communications in the billing system.
• Contribute to reducing days sales outstanding (DSO) and increasing collections.
• Prioritize workload to improve key metrics and outcomes.
• Collaborate with the team and report workflow trends.
• Meet or exceed RCM QA standards and complete daily tasks timely.
• As backup for customer service, respond to inquiries as needed.

Skills

Medical billing experience

Denials management

Payer communication

Typing speed

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

Excel

PowerPoint

Word

Outlook

Typing

Job description

RAYUS now offers DailyPay! Work today, get paid today!

The pay range for this position is $20.70 - $29.93 based on direct and relevant experience.

RAYUS Radiology is looking for an Insurance Denials Specialist II to join our team. We are challenging the status quo by shining light on radiology and making it a critical first step in diagnosis and proper treatment. Come join us and shine brighter together! As an Insurance Denials Specialist II you will be responsible for researching denied claims to determine the reason for a denied or unpaid claim and take necessary steps to expedite the medical billing and collections of the accounts receivable. Working in a team environment, you'll communicate with patients, insurance carriers, co-workers, centers, markets, referral sources and attorneys in a timely, effective manner. This is a 100% remote full-time position working 40 hours per week working corporate hours.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

(90%) Insurance Denial Follow-up

• Accurately and efficiently reviews denied claim information using the payer's explanation of benefits, website, and by making outbound phone calls to the payer's provider relations department for multiple denial types, payers, and/or states
• Reviews and obtains appropriate information or documentation from claim re-submission for all denied services, per insurance guidelines and requirements
• Communicates with patients, insurance carriers, co-workers, centers, markets, referral sources and attorneys in a timely, effective manner to expedite the billing and collection of accounts receivable
• Documents all communications with coworkers, patients, and payer sources in the billing system
• Contributes to the steady reduction of the days-sales-outstanding (DSO), increases monthly gross collections and increases percentage of collections
• Prioritizes work load, concentrating on "priority" work which will enhance bottom line results and achievement of the most important objectives
• Contributes to a team environment
• Recognizes and communicates trends in workflow to departmental leaders
• Meets or exceeds RCM Quality Assurance standards
• Ensures timely follow-up and completion of all daily tasks and responsibilities

(10%) Performs other duties as assigned

• As backup for customer service team, communicates and responds to customer inquiries as needed

Required:

• High School diploma or equivalent
• 2 years' experience in a medical billing department, prior authorization department or payer claim processing department, or 9+ months experience as Insurance Denials Specialist within the organization
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Word, and Outlook
• Proficient with using computer systems and typing

Preferred:

• Graduate of an accredited medical billing program
• Bachelor's degree strongly preferred
• Knowledge of ICD-10, CPT and HCPCS codes

RAYUS is committed to delivering clinical excellence in communities across the U.S., driven by our passion for and superior service to referring providers and patients. RAYUS Radiology is built on our brilliant medicine, brilliant team, brilliant technology and services - all to provide the highest level of patient care possible.

We bring brilliance to health and wellness. Join our team and shine the light on Radiology Services! RAYUS Radiology is an EO Employer/Vets/Disabled.

We offer benefits (based on eligibility) including medical, dental and vision insurance, 401k with company match, life and disability insurance, tuition reimbursement, adoption assistance, pet insurance, PTO and holiday pay and many more! Visit our career page to see them all www.rayusradiology.com/careers.

DailyPay implementation is contingent upon initial set-up period.