Medical Billing Specialist

Company: Rosalindfranklin
Location: Chicago
Posted on: September 21, 2023

Job Description:

If you are unable to complete this application due to a disability, contact this employer to ask for an accommodation or an alternative application process. Medical Billing Specialist Full-Time Staff North Chicago, IL, US 30+ days ago Requisition ID: 1749 Position SummaryRosalind Franklin University Health Clinics is seeking to fill a full-time Billing Specialist. The Billing Specialist is responsible for gathering charge information, coding, entering charges into billing software, resolving outstanding balances with patients, and third-party payers to bring resolution to accounts.Our generous benefits package includes medical, dental, and vision plans; paid parental leave; short term and long term disability plans; life insurance; flexible spending accounts; and a 403(b) retirement plan which includes a 10% employer contribution after 2 years of service. RFUMS is committed to employee wellbeing and work-life balance. Full time staff are eligible for 3 weeks of vacation, 15 sick days, and 13 holidays plus two floating holidays. That is a minimum of 30 paid days off each year!Who We AreRosalind Franklin University Health Clinics (RFUHC), a subsidiary of Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine and Science, combines compassionate care with state-of-the-art science to provide patients with the highest quality medical services. With clinics in North Chicago and Vernon Hills, the physicians of RFUHC are innovators in their fields, offering patients access to the latest discoveries in podiatry, physical therapy, behavioral health and reproductive medicine.

• Research all information needed to complete the billing process including obtaining charge information from all providers
• Prepare, review, and transmit claims using billing software to include electronic and paper claims
• Review patient bills for accuracy, completeness, and obtain any missing information, when appropriate
• Follow-up on unpaid claims within standard billing cycle timeframe
• Assist with coding and error resolution
• Review accounts for insurance and patient follow-up
• Investigate and appeal denied claims
• Call patients to collect on outstanding balances
• Answer all patient or insurance inquiries
• Perform other related duties as assigned or delegatedConditions of Employment
  • Must achieve satisfactory results from a background check
  • Must have proof of COVID 19 vaccination with booster or a university approved exemptionRequired Education & Experience
    • High school diploma or GED Equivalent.
    • Minimum two years of medical billing, coding and AR experience.Required Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities
      • Knowledge of health care billing/coding practices, regulations, and laws
      • Strong written and verbal communication skills
      • Strong attention to detail and ability to multi-task
      • Proficient in using computer programs and calculators
      • Ability to plan, prioritize, and complete delegated tasks
      • Ability to examine documents for accuracyPreferred Qualifications
        • Certification from a nationally recognized medical billing and coding certifying agency
        • Experience with Athena and/or AdvancedMDTypical Physical Demands & Working Conditions
          • Selected candidate must have the mental and physical capabilities to perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodations
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