BASIC FUNCTION:
Responsible for the timely and accurate billing of all patient accounts, with supervisory oversight of billing staff. Ensures accurate and complete information appears on the UB-04 or 1500 in the electronic billing system and clearinghouse. Submits claims to the proper payer within the timely filing parameters, following up according to outlined timeframes by each payer. Prepares accurate account adjustments when indicated on the patient file. Assists in monitoring all aging patient accounts, including the overall accounts receivable. Periodically audits to ensure accurate and complete information appears on the UB-04 & 1500 and in the electronic billing system. Responsible for assisting with accurate chargemaster updates. Sends Credit Balance Quarterly reports to payers as required. Responsible for adjusting Medicare Bad Debt accounts. Serves as a Super User for the current computer system.
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QUALIFICATIONS:
Education: High school or GED
Experience: Billing experience required
Certificates, License, Registrations: N/A
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Microsoft Products, hospital computer and billing systems, 10- key calculator, medical terminology
Physical:
Stand for 1 hour(s) per day
Sit for 6-7 hour(s) per day
Walk for 1 hour(s) per day
Perform repetitive tasks/motions
Distinguish colors
Hear alarms/telephone/tape recorder/normal speaking voice
Have good manual dexterity
Have good eye/hand/foot coordination
Have clarity of vision: Mid (>20=-<20=)
Manage stress appropriately
Make decisions under pressure
Manage anger/fear/hostility/violence of others appropriately
Handle multiple priorities
Work alone
Exposure to potential electrical shock
CRT (computer) monitor
Sedentary work