Patient Billing & Authorization Specialist

Prime Healthcare; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Prime Healthcare in Los Angeles is seeking a billing specialist to ensure accuracy of patient and billing information. You will review charts, distribute billing tasks, and follow up on authorizations and referrals, while maintaining knowledge of contracts and workers compensation schedules.

The role requires strong communication, multitasking, and analytical skills, with experience in medical billing and customer service. This position is full-time with day shifts in the hospital setting.

Qualifications

• High School Graduate or GED equivalent required.
• Knowledge of multiple insurance billing requirements.
• 1-2 years of Business office experience preferred.
• Knowledge of medical terminology.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to multi-task, prioritize needs to meet required timelines.
• Analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Customer Services experience required

Responsibilities

• Reviews all patient charts for accuracy of patient and billing information.
• Distribution of all billing to appropriate personnel.
• Reviews and performs follow-up on all authorizations, specialty referrals, and Dr.'s dictated notes.
• Communicates clearly and efficiently by telephone.
• Maintains a current knowledge of contracts and state Workers Compensation fee schedules.
• Operates a computer to input and retrieve data.

Skills

Billing knowledge

Customer service

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Multi-tasking

Education

High School Graduate or GED

Job description

Prime Healthcare in Los Angeles is seeking a billing specialist to ensure accuracy of patient and billing information. You will review charts, distribute billing tasks, and follow up on authorizations and referrals, while maintaining knowledge of contracts and workers compensation schedules.

The role requires strong communication, multitasking, and analytical skills, with experience in medical billing and customer service. This position is full-time with day shifts in the hospital setting.