Pulmonary Medicine Associates (PMA) is a busy multi-specialty practice serving the greater Sacramento area since 1973. The organization includes over 80 providers across two outpatient clinic locations and is seeking a full-time Billing Representative to support claims and billing operations.
Key responsibilities include claims research, appeals, and follow-up using Epic EMR, managing accounts until balances are resolved or sent to collections, assisting with phone calls and information requests, and performing additional duties as needed.
Knowledge, skills, and abilities
- High school diploma or GED
- CPC certification or equivalent preferred
- 3+ years of related experience in a medical billing environment preferred
- Knowledge of medical terminology, including CPT and ICD-10
- Knowledge of medical billing procedures, coding, Medi-Cal, Medicare, workers' compensation, and HMO/PPO insurance programs
- Knowledge of self-pay and collection procedures
- Familiarity with inpatient and outpatient professional billing
- Strong phone etiquette and verbal communication skills
- Proficiency with Excel and Word; strong math skills
- Strong customer service skills and ability to work effectively with employees, patients, and the public
- Detail-oriented with strong research and document review skills
- Ability to maintain confidentiality
- Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities
- Ability to type accurately at 45 WPM
Physical requirements
- Able to work in a climate-controlled office environment
- Ability to sit for extended periods
- Manual dexterity for keyboarding and repetitive office tasks
- Good or corrected vision and hearing
Benefits
- Competitive salary
- Medical insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Life insurance
- Long-term disability coverage
- PTO
- 401(k) with generous company match
Location
Sacramento, California, US
Employment Type
Full-time
Experience Level
Intermediate Level
Remote work allowed
No
Posted
1 month ago