Billing Specialist in Fort Myers, Florida at Florida Neurology Group PL

Florida Neurology group is looking for a detail-oriented team player to join our growing practice as the Account Receivable Specialist. This position will be responsible for managing the accounts receivable to ensure timely and accurate billing and that reimbursement of patient's accounts do not exceed 60 days. This position provides excellent patient care by communicating with patients in a pleasant and professional manner regarding billing issues and past due balances.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Reviews, monitors and manages the AR not to exceed 60 days on all patient statuses.
• Processes insurance denials and appeals for all outstanding insurance claims in a timely manner.
• Accurately posts personal payments and adjustments as assigned.
• Daily balances all transactions posted.
• Answer all patient billing and insurance concerns using good knowledge and checking resources to accurately respond.
• Answer other calls to the billing department and provides information as requested.
• Works with patients in securing prepayment sources or financial agreements prior to providing services.
• Verifies insurance benefits in responding to Front Office inquiries as needed.
• "Files ""Bankruptcy"" claims."
• "Files ""Probate"" claims on deceased patient accounts."
• "Generates and prints ""Patient Bills to Be Printed"" list; reviews and verifies" correct patient balances.
• Sorts, opens, and distributes incoming mail to appropriate staff.
• Resolves coding and error resolution by following payer guidelines.
• Outsources collection accounts to a professional collection agency after exhausting all collection efforts monitor their performance; reports results to Billing Supervisor monthly.
• Cross trains and is back-up to the Billing Specialist during absenteeism.
• Maintains strict confidentiality; follows HIPAA procedures.
• Performs related work as required.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND EXPERIENCE:

• High School Diploma or GED required
• Minimum one-year medical billing office or patient account processes
• Knowledge of insurance reimbursement procedures and practices preferred
• Knowledge of medical terminology preferred
• Strong organizational skills
• Ability to prioritize work during heavy workload situations
• Proficient in Windows Environment and Microsoft Office
• Have excellent written and oral communication skills, excellent telephone etiquette skills
• Experience with medical records; Previous EHR experience, Epic a plus
• Ability to work independently and work effectively as a team contributor on day-to-day assignments.
• Ability to maintain quality control standards.
• Ability to interpret, adapt and apply guidelines and procedures.
• EMR/EPIC

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance