Ophthalmology Billing Specialist

Griffith Eye Center; Erie (Erie County); On-site; USD 42,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

Griffith Eye Center in Erie, PA is seeking a Medical Billing Specialist for a full-time, on-site role. This position processes insurance claims, posts payments, and manages patient accounts for eye care services, ensuring timely reimbursement.

Responsibilities include verifying coverage, entering and reviewing billing data, correcting claim errors, following up on denials, generating statements, and coordinating with clinical and front-office staff to maintain accurate documentation and coding.

Qualifications

• Experience with medical billing in ophthalmology or healthcare.
• Familiarity with EMR/EHR and Excel.
• Knowledge of CPT/ICD coding basics and payer guidelines.
• Strong attention to detail and data accuracy.
• Ability to work independently and with team to ensure timely reimbursements.

Responsibilities

• Process insurance claims and post payments accurately.
• Verify coverage and handle denials and refunds.
• Generate statements and respond to patient billing questions.
• Coordinate with clinical and front-office staff to maintain documentation and coding.

Skills

Medical billing experience

Ophthalmology experience

EMR/EHR systems

CPT/ICD coding basics

Attention to detail

Communication and customer service

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Medical billing certification preferred

Tools

EMR/EHR software

Excel

Practice management systems

Job description

Griffith Eye Center in Erie, PA is seeking a Medical Billing Specialist for a full-time, on-site role. This position processes insurance claims, posts payments, and manages patient accounts for eye care services, ensuring timely reimbursement.

Responsibilities include verifying coverage, entering and reviewing billing data, correcting claim errors, following up on denials, generating statements, and coordinating with clinical and front-office staff to maintain accurate documentation and coding.