Billing Specialist - Tri-City Orthopaedic Clinic, P.S.C. : Job Details

DescriptionTCO Mission: To provide first-class musculoskeletal services to the local community in a safe, comfortable and welcoming environment; one in which we would be happy to treat our own families. TCO Vision: To be the premier provider and employer in the delivery of quality musculoskeletal care in Southeast Washington and the surrounding region. TCO Values:

• Professional
• Hard Working
• Honest
• Available
• Cutting Edge
• Kind

Job Type: Full Time Summary: Our busy orthopaedic clinic is looking for an billing specialist. The ideal candidate will have excellent organizational skills and be able to work in a fast paced environment under pressure. The clinic billing specialist is a non-exempt, full-time position responsible for processing, verifying, and managing all billable services and processes. Position Duties:

• Promote the mission, vision, and values of Tri-City Orthopaedic Clinic
• Review patient benefits and process quotes for patient co-pays
• Review patient charges and submit to appropriate payor for billing
• Manage aged receivables (A/R) and refunds (credit)
• Manage and maintain reports required for position (ie. A/R, refunds, missing visits, etc.)
• Answer billing department phone calls timely and in a professional manner
• Take patient payments over the phone and process them appropriately
• Follow through to completion on all patient and insurance questions and problems
• Report any insurance changes and requirements to manager
• Help to ensure that up to date carrier information is maintained in various systems
• Attend billing department and staff meetings as assigned
• Communicate needs and updates to office staff to ensure appropriate reimbursement
• Maintain confidentiality standards for both medical and financial information
• Other duties as assigned

Benefits:

• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Dental insurance
• 401(k)
• Vision insurance
• Life insurance
• 401(k) matching
• Employee assistance program
• Retirement plan

• Schedule:

Monday - Friday; 8am-5pm RequirementsEducation, Licenses and Qualifications:Required:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• 1-year medical billing experience
• Knowledge of correct collection practices
• Knowledge of Medicare / Medicaid and managed care contracts
• Skilled in organization and accuracy
• Skilled in verbal and written communication
• Ability to articulate answers to patient questions clearly

Preferred:

• CPB or equivalent
• CBCS or equivalent