What are the responsibilities and job description for the Hospital Billing Specialist position at Mindlance?
Job Title : Hospital Care Investigator
Duration : 3 Months Assignment (Possibility of extension)
Location : Manhattan, NY 10037
Schedule : Monday to Friday, 9 : 00 AM-5 : 00 PM
Duties :
A member of the revenue cycle process, billers are responsible for reviewing accounts, correcting claim edits, preparing and completing claims for submission to payers, posting all types of payments, and updating patient accounting systems. They will perform related functions in support of the Patient Financial Services operations and other duties, as assigned. The identification of essential functions below is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties that may be assigned to this position, nor does it restrict the duties which may be assigned to the position within the revenue cycle process.
Skills :
Complete both paper and electronic claims, in a timely manner. Effectively use computer systems Document patient information clearly and completely in systems. Interact with other departments to complete billing on accounts. Process rejections, denials, and other correspondence in a timely manner. Process pre authorizations, documenting responses in the system and following up as needed Audit patient accounts for accuracy. Apply adjustments as needed. Provide billing customer service and ensure that conversations are documented accurately. Processing statements and entering information into database; and reviewing past due bills and following up on past due accounts. Generate Patient Balance Aging report and Insurance Aging report and following with patients and insurances accordingly. Arrange payment schedules with patients. Refer accounts requiring escalation to Supervisor in a timely manner. Attend all necessary training sessions to effectively perform the day-to-day functions of the position Perform all other duties, as assigned by the Manager or Supervisor.
Education :
Baccalaureate Degree from an accredited college or university; or, High School diploma or its educational equivalent approved by the State Department of Education or a recognized accrediting organization, and four (4) years of full-time experience in interviewing, investigation, or a related field, such as credit and collection follow-up or bookkeeping.
Languages :
English, Spanish, French
EEO :
Mindlance is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate in employment on the basis of – Minority / Gender / Disability / Religion / LGBTQI / Age / Veterans.”
