Optometry Billing & Insurance Claims Specialist (Hybrid)

Ohio State University; North Carolina; Hybrid; USD 22,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Ohio State University College of Optometry is seeking an Optometry Claims Coordinator to join our Billing Office. The role involves managing vision and medical claims, verifying insurance, and collecting payments within a hybrid work schedule after 1 year of employment.

Strong written and verbal communication will be essential to liaise with patients, clinicians, and third-party payers. Daily duties include claim submission, follow-up on denials or late payments, and account reconciliation using

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED is required.
• Experience with data analysis and patient accounts is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and submit billing data for vision and medical claims to insurance companies
• Internal billings for safety glasses or research projects
• Ensure patient information is accurate and up to date
• Collect and review referrals and pre-authorizations
• Monitor and record late payments monthly
• Follow up on missed payments and resolve financial discrepancies
• Examine patient bills for accuracy and request any missing information
• Investigate and appeal denied claims
• Verification of Insurance and Benefits

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Compulink

Job description

Ohio State University College of Optometry is seeking an Optometry Claims Coordinator to join our Billing Office. The role involves managing vision and medical claims, verifying insurance, and collecting payments within a hybrid work schedule after 1 year of employment.

Strong written and verbal communication will be essential to liaise with patients, clinicians, and third-party payers. Daily duties include claim submission, follow-up on denials or late payments, and account reconciliation using