Medical Billing Specialist
- Little Rock, Arkansas
- Healthcare
Little Rock Specialty Clinic looking for an additional Medical Billing Specialist to join their team.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Review patient accounts, insurance information, and medical documentation for accuracy.
- Prepare, review, and submit medical claims to commercial insurance companies, Medicare, and Medicaid.
- Verify insurance eligibility and benefits.
- Review CPT, ICD-10, and HCPCS codes for accuracy and completeness.
- Follow up on unpaid, denied, and rejected insurance claims.
- Research and resolve billing discrepancies and claim denials.
- Post insurance payments, adjustments, and patient payments.
- Process appeals and corrected claims when necessary.
- Communicate with insurance representatives regarding claim status and reimbursement.
- Maintain accurate billing records and documentation.
- Assist with accounts receivable follow-up and aging reports.
- Ensure compliance with HIPAA, CMS guidelines, and payer-specific billing requirements.
- Provide professional customer service when addressing patient billing questions.
- Identify trends in claim denials and recommend process improvements.
Qualifications and Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent required.
- Medical billing and coding experience preferred.
- Knowledge of medical terminology and healthcare reimbursement processes.
- Familiarity with ICD-10, CPT, and HCPCS coding.
- Experience with Medicare, Medicaid, and commercial insurance billing.
- Knowledge of HIPAA regulations and CMS billing guidelines.
- Strong computer, communication, and organizational skills.
- Ability to multitask and meet billing deadlines.
- Attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
Preferred Skills
- Experience with electronic health records (EHR) and practice management systems.
- Knowledge of claims processing and revenue cycle management.
- Experience with insurance denials and appeals.
- Understanding of CMS documentation and billing requirements.
Performance Expectations
- Maintain accurate and timely claim submissions.
- Reduce claim denials and billing errors.
- Maintain appropriate accounts receivable follow-up.
- Ensure timely resolution of outstanding claims.
- Maintain confidentiality and compliance with all regulatory requirements.