Medical Billing Specialist I - Patient Logistics

Responsibilities

• Prepares and submits simple, basic insurance claims.
• Completes insurance data for patient claims;
• Processes and researches accounts;
• Verifies diagnosis and authorization codes;
• Identifies liability and guarantors;
• Reviews and adjusts account balances;
• Interprets Explanation of Benefits (EOBs).
• Posts payments and adjustments in billing databases;
• Prepares batches for posting.
• Creates, organizes, corrects, updates and maintains accounts on data spreadsheets using medical billing software.
• Tracks status and confirms receipt of claims.

Requirements

• A high school diploma or GED equivalent.
• Non-supervisory – One (1) year of experience working in a medical office with exposure to medical billing.

Qualifications

Knowledge of medical billing procedures and applications.

Knowledge of commercial insurance and government reimbursement programs.

Knowledge of basic medical terminology.

Knowledge of reception, typing, computer operations, and filing.

Skills in operating a personal computer using a variety of software including medical billing applications.

Skills in tracking and accomplishing multiple tasks and assignments.

Skills in establishing and maintaining cooperative working relationships with other employees.

Skills in conducting successful telephone consultations and operating a multi-line office phone system.

Benefits

• Medical Insurance provided through the Federal Employee Health Benefits Program as a Tribal Employee, with over 20 plans and tiers.
• Cost-Share Dental and Vision Insurances
• Discounted Pet Insurance
• Roth 403(b) Retirement Contributions
• Discretionary 401(a) ANTHC Retirement Plan
• Short-Term Disability Buy-Up Coverage
• Voluntary Life for yourself and your family members
• Paid Time Off
• Basic Short/Long Term Disability premiums
• Accidental Death and Dismemberment (AD&D) Insurance
• Basic Life Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts for Healthcare and Dependent Care
• Ancillary Cash Benefits for accident, hospital indemnity, and critical illness
• On-Site Child Care Facility
• Employee Assistance Program
• Tuition Discounts for you and your eligible dependents at Alaska Pacific University
• On-Site Training Courses and Professional Development Opportunities
• Licenses and certifications reimbursed and occupational insurance for medical staff
• Gym Access to Alaska Pacific University includes a salt water pool, rock climbing, workout gym, and steep discounts for outdoor equipment rentals
• Emergency Travel Assistance
• Education Assistance or Education leave eligibility
• Discount program for travel, gym memberships, amusement parks, and more.