Vanguard Gastroenterology Group Hiring for Medical Biller Job at New York, NY Full Time

Specific Responsibilities:

• Review and follow up on daily mail received from carriers on claims which are denied or need additional information
• Review and follow up on patient correspondence / inquiries regarding account balances, insurance
• Obtain Authorizations for all procedures
• Review, reconcile and follow up on claims which are incorrectly paid
• Answer patient / insurance telephone inquiries
• Update patient demographic and insurance information as necessary
• Generate necessary monthly reports
• Prepare insurance letters of appeals as necessary, attaching medical documentation, referrals, prior authorizations, etc
• Sets up payment plans for patients as needed
• Document notes in patient’s accounts
• Identify refunds, provides supporting documentation, completes form and submits to supervisor
• Able to communicate effectively via phone & in person with carriers, patients, physician staff and management
• Report any issues / technical issues to Supervisor
• Demonstrates excellent Customer Service skills at all times
• Maintain organized and neat workstation
• Comply with office policy and procedure and follows directives
• Negotiate payment arrangements with patients
• Keep accurate records (customer information, received payments etc.)
• Special Projects as assigned.
• As needed complete daily batch out for practice and banking deposits.

Job Requirements

• 3-5 years’ experience in medical billing
• Computer literacy, especially in Microsoft Office products. Working knowledge of practice management software and revenue cycle components.
• Understanding of relevant laws and best practices of the Medical Field.
• Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills, and attention to detail.
• Comfortable with clinical and financial data.
• Confidentiality and trustworthiness.
• Maintain physician and patient confidentiality and follow HIPAA guidelines.
• Adhere to company policy and procedures manual.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $20.00 – $26.00 per hour

Work Location:

• One location

Work Location: One location