Medical Biller

Job Title: Medical Biller

Duration: 06 Months

Location: Houston, TX 77054 - Hybrid

HM Notes:

Active Coding certification required.

Candidate must be local to Houston and able to be in office 3-4 days per week.

Summary:

A medical biller will be responsible for transferring patient and insurance information and initiating payment processes and procedures.

The ideal candidate will be well-versed in billing software, medical insurance regulations, and an expert at responding to patient and insurance inquiries.

The medical biller will also be responsible for maintaining patient confidentiality, handling personal information, and accurately inputting patient data into the system.

Responsibilities

Ensure patient information is accurate and complete

Request any missing patient information

Review referrals and authorizations

Confirm patient benefits and insurance

Follow all regulations and guidelines set by Medicare, state programs, and HMO/PPO

Transfer insurance claims and billing data to billing software Create both paper and electronic copies of documentation Develop and maintain a tracking system of incoming and late payments

Monitor and date late payments Initiate late payment notices to relevant parties

Respond to questions and complaints from patients or insurance companies

Follow-up on late or missed payment notices

Monitor and resolve financial discrepancies

Arrange payment plans and timelines for payments

File and maintain organized documentation of all billing and record

Follow set billing processes and procedures

Update and review all accounts to keep records of payments up-to-date

Work with personal information and maintain patient confidentiality

Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent

Bachelor's degree in accounting, health care administration, finance, business, or related field preferred

previous experience as a medical biller or in a related healthcare administrative position

Able to multitask, prioritize, and manage time efficiently

Self-motivated and self-directed; able to work without supervision

Excellent verbal and written communication skills Proficient computer skills, Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Excel); working knowledge of billing software a plus

Strong customer service skills and comfortable answering both patient and insurance company questions

Able to analyze problems and strategize for better solutions

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At SPECTRAFORCE, we are committed to maintaining a workplace that ensures fair compensation and wage transparency in adherence with all applicable state and local laws. This position's starting pay is: $22.00/hr.