What are the responsibilities and job description for the Medical assistant position at Utah Valley Pediatrics?
Utah Valley Pediatrics is looking for a Full-Time Medical Billing Assistant. This position is on-site, located in our Billing Office, in Provo Utah!
Primary Responsibilities include but are not limited to :
- Communicate directly with patients regarding their financial responsibility from services UVP provided regarding account issues and balances
- Document all calls timely and accurately in the patients' account in the billing system
- Account research and clean-up,
- Establish payment arrangements per company policy
- Manage outstanding self-pay accounts and status for management
- Sending past-due notices
- Skip-tracing on return mail
- Account dismissals
- Perform insurance claim follow-ups for insurance denials and appeals, Draft and send an outgoing collection form letter
- Contact insurance companies to check eligibility and benefits via phone or online portals
- Assist with other billing / collection duties, as needed
Qualifications
- High School Diploma or equivalent; Associates Degree preferred
- Experience in medical billing / collections is preferred
- Must possess knowledge of Explanation of Benefits (EOB's) and understanding of copays, coinsurance, deductibles, and denial codes.
- Attention to detail and the ability to prioritize independently
- The ability to multi-task in a busy office environment
- Proficient customer service skills
- Intermediate knowledge of MS Office
Schedule
This position will work a typical Monday-Friday, 9-5 schedule
Job Posted by ApplicantPro
Last updated : 2024-07-21
Salary : $16