US Medical Billing Assistant

BruntWork; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 50,000 - 200,000; Part time

Job summary

A healthcare solutions company seeks a meticulous Medical Billing Assistant for a remote position. Responsibilities include processing patient data, billing claims, and ensuring timely payments. Candidates should have at least 1 year of experience in medical billing and possess excellent communication skills. This is an independent contractor role with the flexibility of working from home.

Benefits

Independent Contractor Perks

Permanent work from home

Profit sharing incentive

Paid time off

Quarterly Perfect Attendance Incentive

Qualifications

• 1+ years of experience in US-based medical billing practice.
• Experience in a medical practice dealing with billing.
• Excellent reading comprehension.

Responsibilities

• Post insurance company payments and responses into various systems.
• Daily checks on pending amounts due from carriers.
• Prepare appeals for claims.

Skills

Detail oriented

Organizational skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Computer skills

Education

At least 2 years in College

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Job description

This is a remote position.

Overview

Job Highlights :

• Contract type: Independent Contractor
• Work schedule: Monday to Thursday - 8:45am to 5:00pm New York, USA, Eastern time, inclusive of 30 minute paid lunch break
• Friday - 8:45am to 3:45pm New York, USA, Eastern time, inclusive of 30 minute paid lunch break

Description :

We are seeking a meticulous and dedicated Medical Billing Assistants to join our healthcare team. The successful candidate will be responsible for processing patient data, including medical records and billing information, submitting and tracking claims with insurance companies, and ensuring accurate and timely payment for healthcare services. The Medical Billing Assistant will work closely with healthcare providers and insurance companies to resolve billing discrepancies, verify insurance coverage, and process payment posting.

Responsibilities

• Post insurance company payments and / or responses into the various systems based on client, such as electronic, ERA, or paper explanation of benefits.
• Daily checks on the pending amounts due from carriers and act accordingly.
• Reviewing the recent codes of partial and full denials, utilizing carrier portals or calling for clarification as well as resubmission and reconsidering of given claims with appropriate reasons.
• Prepare appeals to be sent by reimbursement representative.
• Report to reimbursement team member any item that is not resolved within a timely manner
• Report to reimbursement team member any specific patients with partial and full denials, identify why denied, and find ways to avoid the issue(s) that might be triggering it.
• Check with carriers on no-response claims based on predefined dates.
• Prepare amounts outstanding and key issues for the reimbursement team member.
• Follow up on appeals and claims sent for reconsideration.
• Attend daily meetings with reimbursement team members.
• Attend weekly team meetings, completing the to-do’s assigned to reimbursement team member.
• Other duties as assigned.

Core Values

• Respectful of our unique cultural environment
• Absolute confidentiality
• Embracing teamwork
• Loyal behavior and positive attitude
• Accountability
• Pro activeness
• Thoroughness
• Focused on results
• Inspired to learn and grow constantly
• Devoted to providing top-tier services to our clients through the company's "Unique Service Oriented Philosophies"

Requirements

• At least 1 year experience in US-based medical billing practice or 1 year experience in a medical practice dealing with billing including but not limited to, provider credentialing, authorizations, reimbursement, etc.
• At least 2 years in College
• Must have backup power supply (extra laptop / power bank / generator / reside near a coworking space)
• Detail orientated with above-average organizational skill
• Able to plan and prioritize to meet deadlines
• Excellent verbal and written communication
• Communicates clearly and effectively
• Excellent reading comprehension
• Excellent computer skills, including Microsoft programs such as Excel, Word
• Thorough understanding of navigating the internet

Benefits

• Independent Contractor Perks
• Permanent work from home
• Immediate hiring
• Steady freelance job
• Profit sharing incentive
• Paid time off
• Holiday pay
• Annual Performance and Raise Evaluation
• Quarterly Perfect Attendance Incentive
• BruntWork Loan Assistance

Please note that since this is a permanent work-from-home position and an “Independent Contractor” arrangement, the candidates must have their own computer and internet connection. They will handle their own benefits and taxes. The professional fees are on hourly rates and the rate depends on your performance in the application process.

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