Performs routine clerical and administrative duties in the business office for an ambulatory surgical center. Responsibilities include typing, filing, accounting, charge entry, preparing insurance billings, processing bills and follow-up, assisting with medical records, scheduling, and patient registration. The role also provides financial counseling to patients before procedures to help them understand expected costs and financial responsibility.
Key duties include:
- Answering incoming calls and directing them appropriately
- Receiving patient and payer payments and balancing daily collections
- Supporting admitting, scheduling, billing, data entry, word processing, medical records, filing, and mailing functions
- Verifying third-party billing information and establishing deposit/payment schedules
- Collecting out-of-pocket expenses before services are rendered
- Posting payments and updating account adjustments, charges, and deductible information
- Handling coding, billing, and claims follow-up to support facility reimbursement
- Sending patient statements and collection notices
- Managing patient payment plans and collections turnover preparation
- Submitting insurance claims with supporting documentation
- Working with payer representatives and resolving reimbursement issues
- Communicating with patients, families, and internal/external stakeholders in a professional manner
Previous experience in a medical business office is required. Previous medical coding experience is required. Bookkeeping or accounting experience is preferred.
Additional qualifications and skills include:
- Effective reading, writing, and verbal communication skills
- Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities
- Detail-oriented with strong time management and organizational skills
- Willingness to flex hours as needed to meet facility needs
- Knowledge of accounts receivable, accounts payable, insurance billing, and collections
- Familiarity with generally accepted accounting principles
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite
- Knowledge of basic medical terminology
- Ability to use web-based systems and tools
- Comfortable working in a busy clinical business environment
- Ability to interact professionally with patients and coworkers from diverse backgrounds
Benefits offered include:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Additional notes:
- On-the-job training
- Growth opportunities
- Flexible schedule
Location
Montana, US
Employment Type
Full-time
Experience Level
Associate
Remote work allowed
No
Posted
1 month ago