Billing Coordinator

About the role

The Billing Coordinator plays a crucial role in ensuring the efficient and accurate collection of funds for all billable services at Ottumwa Regional Health Center. This position is transitioning to a remote setting.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate Central Billing Office activities to ensure the collection of funds for all billable services, meeting goals in Bad Debts, AR Days, and Cash collections.
• Submit electronic and paper claims (qOD), process Patient Statements (qW), and post electronic payments (within 72 hours of receipt).
• Verify all claims are submitted timely and accurately.
• Demonstrate understanding of CPT, ICD-9, ICD-10, and HCPCS coding for all practice specialties.
• Verify and communicate eligibility, benefits, and patient responsibilities for assigned accounts.
• Perform special projects related to billing and collection efforts.
• Assist with posting charges, payments, and adjustments to accounts with a high degree of accuracy.
• Understand federal compliance issues related to billing and collections.
• Develop relationships with third-party payers and vendors to maximize cash flow.

Requirements

• Education: High school diploma or equivalent required, Associate's degree or higher preferred.
• Experience: Minimum of one year working in insurance and collecting unpaid accounts.
• Technical Skills: Knowledge of Microsoft Office software, specifically MS Word and MS Excel.
• Certifications: CPC or equivalent coding/billing credential required, and medical terminology desired.
• Skills: Central Billing Office proficiency test completion preferred.
• Certification: Certified Professional Biller certification required.

Qualifications

• Comprehensive knowledge of CPT, ICD-9, ICD-10, and HCPCS coding.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Attention to detail and accuracy in data entry and reporting.

Benefits

This position offers competitive paid time off, an Employee Assistance Program, tuition reimbursement/assistance, and a 401K plan for full-time employees.

Pay

Details about pay are not specified in the job posting.

Schedule

The Billing Coordinator works Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM.

Benefits

Details about benefits are not specified in the job posting.

Pay

Details about pay are not specified in the job posting.

Schedule

The Billing Coordinator works Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM.

EEOC Statement

Ottumwa Regional Health Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and comply with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment.