Responsible for submitting accurate and timely claim billings and reports based on health plan, payor, or contract requirements. This role also handles accounts receivable payment follow-up, appeals, refunds when necessary, and administrative support to help ensure efficient office operations.
This is an in-office position with day, swing, and night shifts available.
Essential functions
- Complete health plan billings based on requirements.
- Compile proper paperwork and conduct research to appeal claim denials, including requests for refunds or credits when applicable.
- Review and monitor reimbursements due from different payors to determine appropriate collection methods.
- Communicate effectively and professionally with external customers.
- Resolve payment issues with carriers, including denials and partial payments.
- Review, modify, and re-bill rejected or denied claims.
- Assist the cash department with payor backup as needed for payments received.
- Adhere to information systems security policies and procedures.
- Follow all company policies and procedures.
- Work overtime if assigned by management.
- Be flexible with shifting daily priorities.
- Meet deadlines within tight time constraints.
- Handle a large volume of work.
- Meet or exceed established productivity and quality standards.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Requirements & Qualifications
- Ambulance billing experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience preferred.
- Ability to learn quickly and meet department goals and deadlines consistently.
- Strong attention to detail.
- Organized and detail-oriented with excellent follow-through.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Good computer skills.
- Strong alphanumeric data entry skills.
- Minimum typing speed of 35 WPM with 90% accuracy.
- HIPAA compliance knowledge and adherence.
- Ability to work well in a team environment.
- Demonstrated flexibility with shifting daily priorities.
Benefits & Perks
- Paid weekly
- Paid time off and sick pay
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage
- 401(k) plan with employer match
- Advancement opportunities
- Team and family atmosphere
Location
San Diego, California, US
Employment Type
Full-time
Experience Level
Entry Level
Remote work allowed
No
Posted
1 month ago