Hospital Billing & Claims Appeal Specialist

At AMG we offer our employees much more than just a job in the healthcare industry. We offer unique career opportunities for people who are called to make a difference in the lives of others and desire to be part of a team that contributes to making a difference each day for our patients. We are seeking a Hospital Billing & Claims Appeal Specialist in Lafayette, Louisiana. This position is cross-trained and is responsible for patient account billing, including monthly statement mail out, and electronic billing submissions. Also responsible for fiscal year end cost reporting. The position will provide support for the Billing Specialists and the corporate office team in relation to managing incorrect contracted payments with managed care payors to seek resolution and file necessary appeals. The candidate must possess strong communication skills, excellent customer service skills, and be able to work collaboratively with a team. This position requires a strong Hospital Billing and Claim Appeals background with experience in the Post-Acute setting and interpretation of payor contracts for appropriate appeal rights. Job Requirements: Position located in Lafayette, Louisiana. Strong knowledge of MS Word and Excel. Requires a strong Claim Appeals background with experience in the Post-Acute setting. Requires interpretation of payor contracts for appropriate appeal rights. Minimum of 2-3 years hospital billing/collections/accounting experience in health care related field. A strong background in Long Term Acute Care (LTAC). Must be able to diplomatically articulate communications, interpret and explain complex information, and comprehend written, verbal and electronic communication. Strong problem-solving skills with effective time management. Strong organizational skills to maintain awareness of appeal timelines. Self-starter with strong analytical skills and attention to detail. About Us:

AMG is a hospital system committed to our patients, our people, and to the pursuit of healing. As a Top-5 Post-Acute hospital system, we’re known for excellence, integrity, community, and compassion. Our mission is to return patients to their optimal level of well-being in the least restrictive medical environment. Acadiana Management Group, LLC is an equal opportunity employer.

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