What are the responsibilities and job description for the Billing Assistant position at USPI?
Description:
The Billing Assistant provides support to the billing & collections department in an effort to expedite case management. The billing assistant’s primary responsibility is to mail clean claims in a timely manner with the appropriate documentation to the responsible payor.
Responsibilities:
- Print all paper claims from Vision/AdvantX, review claims for accuracy including modifiers, payers, claims addresses, an additional pertinent information included.
- Ensure overall claim alignment.
- Gather all supporting documentation such as operative notes, block reports, implant logs, etc. which MUST be attached with claim when mailed.
- Scan and upload claims & supporting documentation to Claims Folder.
- Note Vision/AdvantX with date claim was sent, mailing address, and supporting documentation mailed with claim.
- Review, update and attach the appropriate authorizations for Department of Labor claims and submit via the appropriate avenues.
- Upload all electronic claims from Vision/AdvantX to the clearinghouse daily.
- Ensure all electronic rejections are worked, corrections made and claims resubmitted daily.
- Coordinate with the billing team to update corrections that need to be addressed in greater detail are completed.
- Additional duties as assigned.
Required Skills:
Requirements:
- 1-2 years’ experience in medical billing and/or accounts receivables preferably in an ASC setting.
- Knowledge of CPT & ICD-10.
- Strong attention to detail.
- Ability to complete independent assignments with minimal supervision.
- Basic knowledge of payers, EOB’s and claims processing.
- Basic knowledge of billing software, vendors, and clearinghouses.
- High School Diploma or equivalent.
Billing Associate
Avera McKennan -
Sioux Falls, SD
