Make telephone calls to patients, hospitals, insurance companies, facilities, and attorneys as needed to research claims or obtain additional insurance information
Contact insurance carriers to inquire about the status of past-due accounts
Meet or exceed defined productivity and quality standards
Document details of activity on each account in the claims processing system
Follow up on self-pay accounts, including contacting patients by telephone to inquire about insurance coverage or establish payment plans
Maintain workflow to keep aging accounts at a minimum by following up on unpaid claims daily
Follow up on accounts that have reached collections to ensure they have been fully worked before referral to an external collection agency
Follow up on any assigned special projects designated by the Manager
Perform quality checks on assigned claims
Maintain confidentiality regarding all assignments
Perform job responsibilities and tasks according to company standards, as well as state and federal guidelines
Demonstrate the highest level of compliance with all laws and regulations, including HIPAA
Other Responsibilities: Adhere to all QMC HIPAA privacy policies and procedures
Requirements
High School Diploma or equivalent required
Minimum of 1 year of experience in healthcare claims processing, billing, or accounts receivable
Hands-on experience preparing and submitting insurance appeals, including understanding remittance advices, payer denial codes, and payer timely filing limits
Familiarity with ICD-10, HCPCS, and general medical terminology
EMS billing experience strongly preferred; experience in other medical specialties will be considered
Proficiency with various web platforms, including billing software and payer portals
Prior customer service experience with the ability to work collaboratively with other departments and team members
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities Basic computer knowledge and experience using Microsoft Office
Strong customer service skills and experience
Strong interpersonal, organizational, communication, and time-management skills
Strong investigative and research skills, with the ability to resolve complex billing issues
Effective critical thinking and analytical abilities
Ability to work independently in a fast-paced, adaptive environment with minimal supervision