Billing Specialist

Company: CDR Maguire
Location: Augusta
Posted on: May 27, 2023

Job Description:

CDR Financial services seeking an individual that's motivated and eager to learn. Job responsibilities include but not limited to:Checking eligibility and benefits verification for treatments and procedures.Reviewing patient bills for accuracy, completeness, and obtaining any missing information.Preparing, reviewing, and transmitting claims using billing software, including electronic and paper claim processing.Following up on unpaid claims within standard billing cycle timeframe.Checking each insurance payment for accuracy and compliance with contract discount.Calling insurance companies regarding any discrepancy in payments. Identifying and billing secondary or tertiary insurances.Reviewing accounts for insurance of patient follow-up.Researching and appealing denied claims.Answering all patient or insurance telephone inquiries pertaining to assigned accounts.Setting up patient payment plans and work collection accounts.Updating billing software with rate changes. Updating cash spreadsheets and running collection reports.OTHER PRINCIPAL DUTIES:Other duties that may arise from time-to-time and/or are commensurate with the title and position.RequirementsEDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND SPECIAL SKILLS REQUIRED:A minimum of 2-3 years of recent experience in medical billing requiredPrior medical office experience preferredExcellent computer skills and interpersonal skillsKnowledge of full revenue cycle (processing claims, resolving denials, maximizing reimbursement, A/R)Must be customer service focused.Ability to multitaskProficient in Outlook, Microsoft Suite which includes Word, Excel, etc.Excellent verbal and written communication skills, especially to a diverse range of audiences and settings.The ability to make decisions.The ability to handle multiple tasks while working in a fast-paced environment and meet deadlinesAbility to deal with high pressureFlexible schedule to include late afternoon and evening hours and overtime and weekends as needed to provide support for safety emergencies or incidents that occur after hours or on weekendsDemonstrates the technical safety expertise, coaching ability, and passion for the rolePartners and collaborates effectively to create win wins with internal operational partners and external partnersStrong relationship building and influencing skills with the ability to balance education vs. accountabilityPreferred: coding experienceRequired: lab experienceBenefitsBenefits offered: Health benefits, 401K, Vacation and Paid time off hours, Paid holidays etc.

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