Billing & Coding Specialist {CPC Required}

**Certified Professional Coder certificate is required to be considered for this role**

Schedule: Monday-Friday 8am-4:30pm CST

Pay Range: $22-25 per hour, based on experience

SUMMARY OF JOB DUTIES:

The person handling this position is responsible for correcting, completing, and processing and collecting payment for claims of all payer codes.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Daily key punching into computer when needed to assure accuracy of billing for all services rendered in patients account to be completed within 24 business hours of the completed service.


• Ensure completion of documentation and coding on the EMR when needed on charges entered in patient's accounts for a correct and complete billing claim.


• Monthly input of all ancillary services including Nursing Home and Home Health charge encounters into the computer to assure accuracy of services rendered.


• Daily review of all postings before claim submission.


• Daily closing of batches and balancing of money posted.


• Enter cash receipts if needed and assure correct allocations, distribution in accordance with the established protocol.


• Responsible for submitting all electronic claims.


• Responsible for answering Billing Phone calls and providing exceptional customer service to patients with billing related questions.


• Resolving claim denials and issues with claim payment in a timely manner.


• Working to collect patient balances in a timely manner.


• Effectively communicate with providers on claim documentation for charges submitted.