Ambulance Biller

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Entering Patient Health Information into billing software.
• Assigns appropriate ICD-10 codes, HCPCS (The Healthcare Common Procedure Coding System) and modifiers based on the information documented in the patient care report.
• Assign the appropriate level of ambulance based on the CAD report.
• Assign appropriate charges for services supported by the patient care report.
• Ensure that all necessary documents are present before submitting a claim for reimbursement.
• Ensure that each account is billed to the correct payer.
• Obtain prior authorization for ambulance services as required.
• Calling to inquire about medical insurance eligibility, insurance follow up, or general interaction with insurance companies and patients that may include requesting re-openings, re-determinations, and appeals.
• Follow up on Medicare, Medicaid, Commercial, Government or other payers of medical claims in the status of processing, pended, approved, or denied within a timely manner until fully resolved by payer.
• Submit corrected claims.
• Research denials and requests/inquiries from insurance payers.
• Cross train in other areas as needed.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Knowledge of relevant laws and best practices.
• Principles, practices, and methods of current coding certificate desired.
• Proficiency in data entry.
• Thorough knowledge of office practices.
• Excellent verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills.
• Attention to detail.
• Ability to organize and coordinate tasks.
• Effective time management and ability to meet deadlines in a high volume, fast paced environment.
• Ability to work independently and with a group.
• Ability to maintain effective working relationships.
• Self-Motivated.
• Ability to take on multiple tasks.
• Willingness to learn.
• Maintain confidentiality.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $17.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Application Question(s):

• Do you have experience with collections of past due accounts? If yes, how many years?

Experience: Medical collection: 2 years (Preferred)

Work Location: In person