Medical Billing Clerk

Medical Billing Clerk Responsibilities and Duties:

• Prepare invoices for medical services co payments.
• Establishes payment arrangements on current and delinquent patient accounts.
• Contacts and follows up with individuals to reconcile accounts.
• Gathers patient insurance and financial information to generate payment for company.
• Updates and obtains medical authorization for payment from insurers.
• Gathers information needed to secure payment from third party insurances.
• Regularly updates Medicare and Medicaid cost and bad-debt reports, billing, collection and other related information.
• Monitors debts and unresolved patient accounts.
• Collects payments on outstanding accounts thru invoice billing, make payment arrangements.
• Follows all work processes, procedures, while maintaining compliance to the rules and regulations set forth by the company.
• Strives to deliver high-quality results at all times in accordance with standards.
• Protects and keeps all patient information confidential.
• Demonstrated experience in Microsoft Office (word, excel, access, power point)
• Works very closely with Medical Billing Manager.

Requirements for the Job

• High School Diploma or GED
• Associate Degree desired
• 1-2 years of experience in a medical or healthcare office setting
• Above average critical thinking, communication and analytical skills
• Knowledge of TheraNest and NaviNet - must demonstrate this skill set