Senior Hospital Billing & Reimbursement Specialist

Nebraska Medicine; Omaha (NE); Hybrid; USD 48,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition assistance up to $5,000/year

35% Clarkson College discount

Career advancement opportunities

Job summary

Nebraska Medicine is seeking a billing specialist with hospital/professional billing experience to manage third-party reimbursements, patient billing processes, and accuracy in accounts receivable. The role requires strong communication, problem-solving, and proficiency in Excel/Word, with hybrid work after training.

The ideal candidate has a minimum of three years in hospital billing, High School diploma, and familiarity with ICD/CPT/HCPCS coding.

Qualifications

• Minimum of three years hospital or professional billing/collection experience, with emphasis on third party reimbursement and customer service.
• High school education or equivalent required.
• Knowledge of hospital or physician revenue cycle processes required.
• Knowledge of patient billing process required.
• Ability to research and problem solve required.
• Analytical, organizational, team, project management, and self-directing skills required.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills and ability to work with a diverse customer base required.
• Knowledge of ICD, CPT, and HCPCS coding required.
• Typing a minimum of 30 words per minute with 95% accuracy required.

Responsibilities

• Organize, facilitate, and monitor special programs and contracts billed through invoice processing.
• Evaluate progress of organizational programs, monitor patient accounts for accurate reimbursement and timely payment, and make adjustments as needed.
• Provide design and maintenance support to team leader/manager to ensure a quality, patient-focused product.
• Serve as an expert resource for peers and provide back-up for other positions within the department.

Skills

Hospital Billing

Third-Party Reimbursement

Customer Service

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Typing 30 wpm 95% accuracy

Analytical Skills

Communication Skills

Research and Problem Solving

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate's degree in business administration (preferred)

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Job description

Nebraska Medicine is seeking a billing specialist with hospital/professional billing experience to manage third-party reimbursements, patient billing processes, and accuracy in accounts receivable. The role requires strong communication, problem-solving, and proficiency in Excel/Word, with hybrid work after training.

The ideal candidate has a minimum of three years in hospital billing, High School diploma, and familiarity with ICD/CPT/HCPCS coding.