Billing Representative
Job Description
A Day in the Life
Responsible for "data accuracy and input" on the appropriate computer billing system.
Responsible for inputting new and updating old information on the computer billing system.
Handles questions from patients or interested persons concerning insurance, credit, or other problems relating to the agency.
Reviews and mails monthly statements on private pay, commercial, compensation and problem Blue Cross and Champus accounts. Files electronic claims when available. Follows-up litigation cases.
Utilizes current billing system to scan all necessary patient documents into the electronic medical record.
Follows up with Physicians and referral sources for documentation/authorization needed to bill for services.
Reviews Munson Home Medical Equipment accounts receivable statements, post comments, bills insurance, receives payment, coordinates refund, sends statements and makes collection calls. Refers uncollectibles to collection agency.
What’s Required
High school graduate, Associate’s degree in business preferred, with further education in word processing, spread sheets and database management required.
Three years experience in a hospital or related prior employment required.
Proven above average math, analytical, interpersonal and communication skills required; medical terminology preferred.
Part-time, remote position. May need to be on-site when requested.
Munson Healthcare requires all employees be vaccinated or have lab confirmed immunity for Measles, Mumps, Rubella and Varicella. MHC also requires all employees to receive a flu vaccine during the flu season in the year that they are hired and annually thereafter, or receive an approved medical or religious exemption.