Medical Billing Specialist

About the role

NHC HomeCare Florida Regional Office is seeking an Insurance A/R Specialist to join their team. This position works under the direction of the Billing Manager to ensure accurate and timely collection of Homecare accounts receivable from Medicare, managed care, and commercial insurance.

Responsibilities

• Work outstanding Aged Accounts Reports
• Maintain a file on accounts requiring follow up until accounts are satisfactorily resolved.
• Review claims denials and submit corrected claims and/or follow up appeals.
• Assist patients in understanding their balances after insurance has processed.
• Be a reliable resource for other staff regarding insurance and their requirements.
• Communicate with homecare offices as needed for claim and collection follow up.
• Other duties as assigned from time to time.

Requirements

• High school diploma.
• Additional business and computer courses desirable.
• 3+ years of third-party healthcare billing experience, preferably in home health care, including multiple carrier experience with EOB’s and claims denials.
• Knowledge of Medicare and Third Party Insurance Guidelines.
• Self-motivated. Able to work with little supervision.
• Proficient in verbal and written communications, including active listening skills.
• Strong organizational skills, work ethic, and high attention to detail.
• Investigative personality - ability to efficiently determine the problem and get to the bottom of an issue.
• Excellent customer service and telephone etiquette skills.

Qualifications

• High school diploma.
• Additional business and computer courses desirable.
• 3+ years of third-party healthcare billing experience, preferably in home health care, including multiple carrier experience with EOB’s and claims denials.
• Knowledge of Medicare and Third Party Insurance Guidelines.
• Self-motivated. Able to work with little supervision.
• Proficient in verbal and written communications, including active listening skills.
• Strong organizational skills, work ethic, and high attention to detail.
• Investigative personality - ability to efficiently determine the problem and get to the bottom of an issue.
• Excellent customer service and telephone etiquette skills.

Benefits

National HealthCare Corporation is recognized nationwide as an innovator in the delivery of quality long-term care. Our goal is to provide a full range of extended care services, designed to maximize the well-being and independence of patients of all ages. We are dedicated to meeting patient needs through an interdisciplinary approach combining compassionate care with cost-effective health care services. The NHC environment is one of encouragement and challenge...

Pay

The pay for this position is competitive and commensurate with experience.

Schedule

The schedule for this position is flexible and can be arranged to accommodate the needs of the employee and the department.

Skills

Skills required for this position include strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and excellent communication abilities.

Benefits

NHC offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability coverage, and paid time off.

Equal Opportunity Employer

NHC is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against applicants due to race, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.