Professional Billing Specialist - Saint Francis General Surgery

Saint Francis Healthcare System; United States; Remote; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Professional Billing Specialist to manage the back end processes of the professional billing revenue cycle. This role involves charge capture, coding, claims follow-up, and customer service. The ideal candidate will have strong attention to detail, excellent time management skills, and the ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment. Join a team that values your expertise and offers a supportive work culture while you contribute to the healthcare sector's efficiency and effectiveness. If you have a passion for healthcare and a knack for billing processes, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 1 year experience in healthcare or accounting required.
• Knowledge of billing and coding for various specialties.

Responsibilities

• Perform all back end processes of the professional billing revenue cycle.
• Maintain relationships with insurance companies to anticipate trends.

Skills

Attention to Detail

Time Management

Organizational Skills

Customer Service

Knowledge of Medical Terminology

Billing and Coding Requirements

Education

High School Graduate or Equivalent

Job description

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JOB SUMMARY

The Professional Billing Specialist performs all back end processes of the professional billing revenue cycle including charge capture, ICD, CPT & HCPCS coding, claims follow up and appeals, and customer service.

Additional responsibilities Include, but not limited to:

1. Routine billing, payment posting and problem solving for various payers.
2. Maintain relationship with insurance companies so as to be aware of or to anticipate trends.
3. Must possess outstanding attention to detail, excellent time management skills, strong organizational and excellent customer service skills.
4. Possess ability to work independently in a fast paced environment and meet deadlines.
5. Working knowledge of full range of physician practice financial and clinical operations as relates to professional billing revenue cycle.
6. Knowledge of medical terminology and medical coding functions.
7. Strong knowledge of billing and coding requirements for Medicare, Medicaid, Rural Health, Behavioral Health, Physical Therapy, Primary Care, Hospital Outpatient and other specialty.

JOB DETAILS AND REQUIREMENTS

Remote work

Will ONLY consider candidates from the following states: MO, IL, TN, AR, GA

Education:

High school graduate or equivalent required.

Certification & Licensures:

1. 1 year experience in the healthcare or accounting setting, or
2. Applicant has successfully completed medical coding and/or billing course(s).

Experience:

1. 3-5 year related experience (healthcare or accounting) preferred.
2. 1-3 years direct experience involving claims, insurance, or patient accounting preferred.

Saint Francis Healthcare System is committed to a compensation philosophy that aligns to the fiftieth percentile of the marketplace, while also crediting applicable and/or relevant work experience when computing compensation offers for selected candidates. Internal equity is factored into all offers presented to candidates.

Minimum hourly rate: $15.00/hour

A relevant and up to date general benefits description may be found on our website:

https://www.sfmc.net/careers/benefits/

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Saint Francis Healthcare System provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Saint Francis Healthcare System complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

In compliance with the ADA Amendments Act (ADAAA) should you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply for a currently open position with Saint Francis Healthcare System, please call 573-331-5152 or email us at [e-mail].

Saint Francis Healthcare System supports the overall health and wellness of our colleagues by discouraging the use of tobacco and nicotine products. If you are selected for a career opportunity with our organization, and are a tobacco or nicotine user, you will be required to complete a tobacco/nicotine cessation program within your first year of employment. This program is free of charge as part of our Employee Assistance Program.