Description
Are you passionate about medical billing and coding? We are looking for a dedicated Remote Billing and Coding Specialist to join our team! In this role, you’ll work closely with the Revenue Cycle Director to ensure that all coding and documentation processes are accurate, comprehensive, and efficient. If you have experience in both diagnostic and procedural medical coding and billing, with a preference for surgical coding, we’d love to hear from you!
What You'll Bring
- Experience: At least 2 years in medical billing (preferred) and a Coding Certification (CPC) with 2+ years of experience (required).
- Revenue Cycle Knowledge: A solid understanding of revenue cycle operations, including charge capture, health information management, billing, collection, denials, and bad debt.
- Coding Proficiency: Familiarity with CPT, HCPC, ICD-9/ICD-10 codes, CMS 1500 claim forms, HIPAA regulations, insurance billing guidelines, medical terminology, insurance benefits, and the appeals process.
- Technical Skills: Proficiency in Microsoft Windows and Office (Word & Excel) and experience with medical billing software.
- Attention to Detail: Ability to stay focused and manage frequent interruptions and distractions.
- Communication Skills: Strong mathematical, written, and verbal communication skills.
Perks & Benefits
- Generous Paid Time Off: Take the time you need to recharge and relax.
- Retirement Plan: Secure your future with our retirement plan options.
- Supportive Work Environment: Join a great team that's enthusiastic and supportive.
- Career Growth: Explore opportunities for growth and advancement in your career.
Your Responsibilities
- Assist the billing department with coding, charge entry, and claims submissions.
- Ensure accuracy and completeness in billing and claims submissions, follow up on any issues, and submit claims to the correct insurance entities.
- Keep current with coding and billing regulations and compliance requirements.
- Maintain a strong knowledge of health information management, including HIPAA and other health regulations.
- Follow established billing guidelines, policies, and procedures.
- Protect the confidentiality of patient and client-related information.
- Build and maintain effective working relationships with team members, clients, staff, and patients.
- Extract information from medical records and assign appropriate codes.
- Prepare and submit claims to third-party insurance carriers electronically or by hard copy.
- Accurately post charges, payments, and adjustments.
- Understand insurance benefits, including copays, deductibles, and coinsurance.
- Work with internal providers and external facilities to gather necessary documentation for coding claims.
- Research and resolve rejected and denied claims.
- Apply medical terminology and coding guidelines (ICD-10, CPT-4, HCPCS) and understand payer rules.
- Partner with physicians and others to ensure complete and accurate information for optimal reimbursement.
- Enter information into the facility’s database following medical coding protocols.
- Conduct audits and generate data reports as needed.
- Take on additional related tasks as assigned.
We're excited to find someone who shares our commitment to excellence in billing and coding. If you're ready to make a difference and grow with us, apply today!
Employment Type: Full-Time