Mary Lanning Healthcare
Billing Specialist (Professional Billing)
Mary Lanning Healthcare - Hastings
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Mary Lanning Hospital has implemented a new Applicant Tracking System. You may need to create a new candidate account if you have not created one since January 2023.
Job Description:
The Billing Specialist position bills medical claims - verifies and audits for accuracy and submits billing claim to patient or other third-party payers. Receives and resolves inquiries regarding accounts, either in-person, by phone or written correspondence from patients, family members, third-party payers, physicians, etc. Researches, identifies and rectifies any special circumstances affecting delayed payment of accounts. Maintains an account aging process for tracking accounts approaching 30 days past billing date. Maintain knowledge of third party reimbursement systems. Assist as needed in posting payment and adjustments. Keeps up to date with status and regulations that affect collection of receivables; monitors third-party contract payment arrangements, both private and governmental. Maintains the completeness and accuracy of patient's computerized financial file. Processes refunds, adjustments or corrections to patient account(s) according to policy guidelines. Performs other duties as assigned.
EDUCATION: GED or High School Diploma required. Associate Degree in Business or Medical field preferred.
EXPERIENCE: Related to health care billing preferred.
We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Job Description:
The Billing Specialist position bills medical claims - verifies and audits for accuracy and submits billing claim to patient or other third-party payers. Receives and resolves inquiries regarding accounts, either in-person, by phone or written correspondence from patients, family members, third-party payers, physicians, etc. Researches, identifies and rectifies any special circumstances affecting delayed payment of accounts. Maintains an account aging process for tracking accounts approaching 30 days past billing date. Maintain knowledge of third party reimbursement systems. Assist as needed in posting payment and adjustments. Keeps up to date with status and regulations that affect collection of receivables; monitors third-party contract payment arrangements, both private and governmental. Maintains the completeness and accuracy of patient's computerized financial file. Processes refunds, adjustments or corrections to patient account(s) according to policy guidelines. Performs other duties as assigned.
EDUCATION: GED or High School Diploma required. Associate Degree in Business or Medical field preferred.
EXPERIENCE: Related to health care billing preferred.
We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.