Revenue Cycle Medical Billing Appeal Specialist Commercial Payors

Global Medical Response; West Plains (MO); Hybrid; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Medical Billing Appeal Specialist, where you will play a vital role in the Revenue Cycle Appeal team. This position involves reviewing denied claims, preparing necessary documentation, and engaging with patients to facilitate the appeal process. With flexible hours and the option to work remotely or on-site, you will contribute to improving workflows and ensuring timely follow-ups with payors. Your expertise in medical billing and communication will be essential in navigating insurance processes and enhancing patient care. If you are passionate about making a difference in healthcare, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Flexible Work Hours

Comprehensive Benefits

Paid Time Off

401k Plan

Health Insurance

Vision Insurance

Dental Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Qualifications

• 1+ year of medical billing experience required.
• Fluency in English and strong communication skills needed.

Responsibilities

• Review denied claims and classify appeals for payors.
• Prepare documentation and engage with patients for appeal information.

Skills

Medical Billing

Professional Communication

Insurance Navigation

Document Preparation

Independent Work

Education

High School Diploma

GED

Relevant Work Experience

Tools

Billing Software

Insurance Payor Portals

Job description

Medical Billing – Revenue Cycle – Appeal Specialist - Commercial

Location: Remote or On-Site

Hourly Pay: $20

This position is bonus eligible

Work Schedule: Training M-F 8am-5pm CST, Flex Hours (after training) M-F 7am-7pm CST

JOB SUMMARY

The Appeal Specialist supports the functions of the Revenue Cycle Appeal team by assisting in the review of denied and underpaid claims for the formal appeal and dispute process with the payor. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to; classification of appeals, research of accounts, preparing documents, obtaining appeal status, and review of appeal determinations.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS/DUTIES

• Review Explanation of Benefits, denial letters, and payor correspondence to classify type of appeal required.
• Gather, prepare, and review documentation and various forms needed to submit appeals correctly per payor guidelines.
• Engage patients via phone and/or mail to obtain requested information pertaining to the appeal process.
• Document the details, requirements, and deadlines of each individual appeal in billing software.
• Use reports to manage daily workflow and ensure accounts are processed within required timeframes.
• Timely and regular follow-up with payors regarding status of appeals – Makes routine phone calls and contact to payor/insurance for status and/or discussion of appeal determination or outcome.
• Ability to identify payor issues within the appeal process and discuss potential improvements and workflow solutions with leadership.
• Additional duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

Required Experience:

• Must be fluent in English
• Minimum of one (1) year of medical billing experience
• Professional written and verbal communication skills
• Knowledge of navigating insurance payor portals
• Ability to verify insurance claim status and complete medical records
• Knowledge and experience of computers and related technology at an intermediate level
• Ability to work independently with little or no direction and as a member of a team

Preferred Experience:

• Minimum of one (1) year working in a call center environment
• Above average knowledge of insurance billing guidelines and policies
• Experience with Commercial Insurance processes and policies
• Experience with BCBS Insurance

Preferred Education:

• High school diploma
• GED
• Or significant, relevant work experience

Why Choose Air Evac Lifeteam?As a leader in helicopter air ambulance services, Air Evac Lifeteam is one of Global Medical Response's (GMR) family of solutions. Our GMR teams deliver compassionate, quality medical care, primarily in the areas of emergency and patient relocation services. View the stories on how our employees provide care to the world atwww.AtaMomentsNotice.com. Learn how our values are at the core of our services and vital to how we approach care and check out our comprehensive benefit options atwww.GlobalMedicalResponse.com/Careers.

EEO Statement

Global Medical Response and its family of companies are an Equal Opportunity Employer, which includes supporting veterans and providing reasonable accommodations for individuals with a disability.

Check out our careers sitebenefits pageto learn more about our comprehensive benefit options, which include medical, vision, dental, 401k, disability, FSA, HSA, EAP, vacation and paid time off.

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Global Medical Response and its family of companies are an Equal Opportunity Employer, which includes supporting veterans and providing reasonable accommodations for individuals with a disability.

Medical Billing – Revenue Cycle – Appeal Specialist - Commercial

Location: Remote or On-Site

Hourly Pay: $20

This position is bonus eligible

Work Schedule: Training M-F 8am-5pm CST, Flex Hours (after training) M-F 7am-7pm CST

JOB SUMMARY

The Appeal Specialist supports the functions of the Revenue Cycle Appeal team by assisting in the review of denied and underpaid claims for the formal appeal and dispute process with the payor. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to; classification of appeals, research of accounts, preparing documents, obtaining appeal status, and review of appeal determinations.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS/DUTIES

• Review Explanation of Benefits, denial letters, and payor correspondence to classify type of appeal required.
• Gather, prepare, and review documentation and various forms needed to submit appeals correctly per payor guidelines.
• Engage patients via phone and/or mail to obtain requested information pertaining to the appeal process.
• Document the details, requirements, and deadlines of each individual appeal in billing software.
• Use reports to manage daily workflow and ensure accounts are processed within required timeframes.
• Timely and regular follow-up with payors regarding status of appeals – Makes routine phone calls and contact to payor/insurance for status and/or discussion of appeal determination or outcome.
• Ability to identify payor issues within the appeal process and discuss potential improvements and workflow solutions with leadership.
• Additional duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

Required Experience:

• Must be fluent in English
• Minimum of one (1) year of medical billing experience
• Professional written and verbal communication skills
• Knowledge of navigating insurance payor portals
• Ability to verify insurance claim status and complete medical records
• Knowledge and experience of computers and related technology at an intermediate level
• Ability to work independently with little or no direction and as a member of a team

Preferred Experience:

• Minimum of one (1) year working in a call center environment
• Above average knowledge of insurance billing guidelines and policies
• Experience with Commercial Insurance processes and policies
• Experience with BCBS Insurance

Preferred Education:

• High school diploma
• GED
• Or significant, relevant work experience

Why Choose Air Evac Lifeteam?As a leader in helicopter air ambulance services, Air Evac Lifeteam is one of Global Medical Response's (GMR) family of solutions. Our GMR teams deliver compassionate, quality medical care, primarily in the areas of emergency and patient relocation services. View the stories on how our employees provide care to the world atwww.AtaMomentsNotice.com. Learn how our values are at the core of our services and vital to how we approach care and check out our comprehensive benefit options atwww.GlobalMedicalResponse.com/Careers.