Job Summary
As a Billing Coding Specialist, you will use established medical codes to transcribe patient history for health care providers and insurance companies. You will update service codes, translate codes as they apply to patient insurance coverage, prepare claims documents, submit and track insurance claims, and help ensure payment is received.
In addition, this role supports customers by answering questions, arranging payment plans, and assisting with collections when payments are not received.
Essential Functions
- Read and analyze patient records; obtain clarification on notes and charts to ensure accuracy.
- Ensure all records are properly signed off on.
- Assign the correct codes to diagnoses and services.
- Enter and organize codes into management software.
- Use ICD-9-CM, ICPM, DSM-IV, and CPT-HCPCS coding systems.
- Bill insurance providers using the assigned codes.
- Track patient data over multiple visits.
- Manage detailed coded information.
Work Conditions
- Work on-site as necessary or remotely using telehealth technology as determined by management.
Requirements & Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications
- High school diploma.
- Well organized and able to formulate and follow efficient working procedures and guidelines.
- Experience with claims processing in a medical or mental health environment.
- Experience billing and processing claims with public and private insurance.
- Ability to explain charges to patients and families professionally and empathetically.
- Technologically savvy and current with software developments in the field.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Computer proficiency with electronic medical records (EMR), telehealth tools, and Microsoft Office Suite.
- Must pass a criminal background check on initial employment and any subsequent checks required by the agency.
- Must meet the agency's drug-free workplace policy requirements.
- Strong customer service skills with a client focus.
- Able to sit, stand, and move for long hours and lift up to 25 pounds.
- Valid driver's license and reliable vehicle.
- Able to drive in daylight, darkness, and typical Northwest weather conditions.
- Flexible to fill in shifts if needed.
- Meet current Washington health care vaccination requirements for health care workers.
Required Qualifications
- Coding certification from an accredited organization and/or an associate degree.
Location
Long Beach, Washington, US
Employment Type
Part-time
Experience Level
Associate
Remote work allowed
Yes
Posted
3 weeks ago