Billing Assistant - Conroe, TX

Responsibilities

• Upload zero pay EFT's into the EHR and ensure posting are accurate.
• Troubleshoot denied and rejected claims and resubmit if necessary.
• Submit appeals and follow through to completion.
• Work accounts receivable ensuring that all claims are submitted prior to the timely filing deadline.
• Review old balances on accounts receivable and clean up as needed.
• Answer billing calls from patients regarding bills.
• Submit refunds for approval and enter into the system once they have been paid.
• Backup other billing personnel by processing EFT's and paper checks to help cover as needed.
• Cross train with the insurance department to help cover as needed.
• Cross train with the referral department to help cover as needed.
• Perform any other duties as needed.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications:

• High school diploma or an equivalent GED.
• Strong knowledge of ICD-9, ICD-10, CTP and HCPCS coding.
• Strong understanding of insurance, and verification process.
• Strong understanding of referrals.
• Strong organizational, analytical and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent telephone and customer service skills.
• Ability to work independently, but also work effectively with others as a team to accomplish objectives and goals.
• Demonstrate self-motivation, initiative and time management skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bilingual (Spanish)
• Certified Billing Coder
• Proficiency in MS Word and Microsoft Outlook.