Pharmacy Billing Specialist I

Alaska Native Tribal Health Consortium; Anchorage (AK); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Paid Time Off

On-Site Child Care Facility

401(a) Retirement Plan

Job summary

The Alaska Native Tribal Health Consortium (ANTHC) is seeking Pharmacy Billing Specialist I–IV to prepare and submit insurance claims for patients receiving pharmacy care at ANTHC and affiliated centers. Under supervision, you will review records and ensure accurate billing.

Responsibilities include communicating with insurers, Medicaid/Medicare, maintaining files, and aiding in monthly reports. Requires a high school diploma or GED and Pharmacy Technician license; prior billing experience

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Current Pharmacy Technician License required.
• Experience in pharmacy billing is preferred.
• Knowledge of medical billing and accounting procedures.

Responsibilities

• Prepares and submits insurance claims for pharmacy patients.
• Reviews electronic health records to determine billable charges.
• Maintains filing system for billed claims and audit backup.
• Responds to inquiries from patients, physicians, and insurers.
• Works with Medicaid and Medicare to verify coverage and claim status.
• Assists in monthly reports and ensures equipment and forms availability.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Medical billing

Customer service

Pharmacy billing

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

The Alaska Native Tribal Health Consortium is a non-profit Tribal health organization designed to meet the unique health needs of Alaska Native and American Indian people living in Alaska. In partnership with the more than 171,000 Alaska Native and American Indian people that we serve and the Tribal health organizations of the Alaska Tribal Health System, ANTHC provides world-class health services, which include comprehensive medical services at the Alaska Native Medical Center, wellness programs, disease research and prevention, rural provider training and rural water and sanitation systems construction.

ANTHC is the largest, most comprehensive Tribal health organization in the United States, and Alaska's second-largest health employer with more than 3,100 employees offering an array of health services to people around the nation's largest state.

Our vision: Alaska Native people are the healthiest people in the world.

Benefits Package

• Medical Insurance provided through the Federal Employee Health Benefits Program as a Tribal Employee, with over 20 plans and tiers.
• Cost-Share Dental and Vision Insurances
• Discounted Pet Insurance
• Retirement Contributions with Pre-Tax or Roth options into a 403(b).
• 401(a) ANTHC Retirement Plan: After one year of employment, ANTHC will begin making matching contributions of up to 5% of your eligible pay, based on your own contributions. In addition, you may be eligible for an annual discretionary contribution of up to 3% from the employer.
• Paid Time Off starts immediately, earning up to 6 hours per pay period, with paid time off accruals increasing based on years of service.
• Eleven Paid Holidays
• Paid Parental Leave or miscarriage/stillbirth eligibility after six months of employment
• Basic Short/Long Term Disability premiums, Accidental Death and Dismemberment (AD&D) Insurance, and Basic Life Insurance are covered 100% by ANTHC, with additional options for Short-Term Disability Buy-Up Coverage and Voluntary Life for yourself and your family members.
• Flexible Spending Accounts for Healthcare and Dependent Care.
• Ancillary Cash Benefits for accident, hospital indemnity, and critical illness.
• On-Site Child Care Facility with expert-designed classrooms for early child development and preschool.
• Employee Assistance Program with support for grief, financial counseling, mental/emotional health, and discounted legal advice.
• Tuition Discounts for you and your eligible dependents at Alaska Pacific University.
• On-Site Training Courses and Professional Development Opportunities.
• License and certification reimbursements and occupational insurance for medical staff.
• Emergency Travel Assistance
• Education Assistance or Education leave eligibility
• Discount program for travel, gym memberships, amusement parks, and more.

Alaska Native Tribal Health Consortium has a hiring preference for qualified Alaska Native and American Indian applicants pursuant to P.L. 93-638 Indian Self Determination Act.

Summary:

Under close supervision, prepares and submits insurance claims; reviews and adjusts accounts to ensure accurate and thorough billing of claims at the Alaska Native Tribal Health Consortium (ANTHC) and the Alaska Native Medical Center.

Responsibilities:

All

Prepares and submits insurance claims to all third party payers for all patients who receive Pharmacy care from both ANTHC and SCF providers.

Reviews electronic health record to determine billable charges. Reviews all claims before submission to insurance companies. Maintains file system for billed claim records and back up for audit purposes. Verifies coverage and follows up on submitted claims. Requests corrected diagnosis for reimbursement purposes from physicians and mid-levels.

Responds to inquiries from patients, physicians, and insurance companies regarding covered charges, remittance advices, and billing questions. Screens calls and visitors to determine the nature of the visit or phone call and the urgency of the contact to ensure a timely, efficient, and appropriate response.

Works with Medicaid, Medicare, and secondary insurance companies for submission of claims, to verify coverage, determine the status of claims, and resolve issues with the claims. Answers incoming phone calls and reviews incoming correspondence and materials.

Maintains a variety of files, logs, and registers. Prepares or assists in the preparation of monthly reports. Reviews insurance information in the computer registration to determine accuracy. Ensures that equipment is functional and there is an adequate supply of all necessary forms stocked. Facilitates and follows up on repair orders for maintenance.

Performs other duties as assigned.

Pharmacy Billing Specialist II

Performs complex and responsible tasks within this position and generally work with minimum supervision and follow-up from their supervisor.

Pharmacy Billing Specialist III

Performs high-level, complex and responsible tasks within this position and generally work with minimum supervision and follow-up from their supervisor.

Pharmacy Billing Specialist IV

Works with management in the maintenance, upkeep and distribution of billing policies, procedures, guidelines and standards. Works with insurance companies to optimize reimbursement by completing applications and understanding reimbursement policies of each third party.

Assists in the orientation of new clerical staff teaching those computer processes involved in collecting accurate information to ensure timely reimbursement. As requested, participates in general or special assignments.

Provides leadership, direction, and guidance to staff. Develops goals and priorities in conjunction with manager and employees, and assigns tasks and projects. Develops staff skills and training plans and oversees training and competency.

Performs other duties as assigned or required.

Other information:

KNOWLEDGE and SKILLS

All

Knowledge of medical billing and accounting procedures and applications.

Knowledge of commercial insurance and government reimbursement programs.

Knowledge of basic medical terminology and clinic systems.

Knowledge of reception, typing, computer operations, and filing procedures.

Knowledge of customer service concepts and practices.

Skill in operating a personal computer utilizing a variety of software applications, including medical billing programs.

Skill in tracking multiple projects.

Skill in establishing and maintaining cooperative working relationships with other employees.

Skill in conducting successful telephone consultations and operating a complex phone system.

MINIMUM EDUCATION QUALIFICATION

All

A high school diploma or GED equivalent.

MINIMUM EXPERIENCE QUALIFICATION

Pharmacy Billing Specialist I

Non-supervisory - Six (6) months of pharmacy technician and billing experience. An equivalent combination of relevant education and/or training may be substituted for experience.

Pharmacy Billing Specialist II

Non-supervisory - One (1) year of pharmacy technician and billing experience. An equivalent combination of relevant education and/or training may be substituted for experience.

Pharmacy Billing Specialist III

Non-supervisory - Three (3) years of professional experience at Alaska Native Medical Center (ANMC) Pharmacy or related experience.

Pharmacy Billing Specialist IV

Non-supervisory - Five (5) years of professional experience at Alaska Native Medical Center (ANMC) Pharmacy or related experience.

MINIMUM CERTIFICATION QUALIFICATION

All

Current Pharmacy Technician License required.

Pharmacy Billing Specialist I

Must obtain Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB) certification within one year of employment. With prior approval from the Pharmacy Manager, PTCB certification may be extended beyond 1 year of employment if actively enrolled in a Pharmacy Technician Apprenticeship Program or pharmacy technician training course.

Pharmacy Billing Specialist II, III, and IV

Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB) Certification - Required on hire.