Job Description
Are you looking for a lucrative career in healthcare administration?
Apex Revenue Cycle Management is seeking a highly skilled and detail-oriented Medical Biller to join our thriving team in Tucson, AZ. We are dedicated to providing top-tier healthcare services and are looking for professionals who excel in revenue cycle management.
In this role, you will play a critical part in ensuring our financial health by accurately processing claims, managing patient accounts, and optimizing reimbursement rates.
Why Join Us?
- Competitive Salary: We offer a market-leading hourly rate up to $35.00.
- Comprehensive Benefits: Health, dental, and vision insurance.
- Professional Growth: Ongoing training and career advancement opportunities.
- Modern Environment: Work with cutting-edge billing software and EHR systems.
Responsibilities
- Claims Management: Accurately code and submit medical claims (CMS-1500, UB-04) to insurance carriers in a timely manner.
- Denial Management: Analyze denied claims, identify root causes, and implement corrective actions to maximize revenue recovery.
- Patient Billing: Review patient statements, explain billing processes, and resolve payment inquiries professionally.
- Insurance Verification: Verify patient insurance eligibility and benefits prior to services rendered.
- Compliance: Ensure all billing practices adhere to HIPAA regulations and internal compliance standards.
- Reporting: Maintain accurate records of accounts receivable and prepare regular financial reports.
- Collaboration: Work closely with medical coders and providers to resolve complex billing issues.
Qualifications
- Experience: Minimum of 2-3 years of experience in medical billing or medical coding.
- Certification: CPC, CPC-H, RHIT, or RHIA certification preferred.
- Technical Skills: Proficiency with EHR systems (Epic, Cerner) and billing software (AthenaHealth, EDS, or similar).
- Knowledge: Strong understanding of ICD-10 and CPT coding guidelines, HCPCS, and Medicare/Medicaid regulations.
- Attention to Detail: Exceptional ability to spot errors and manage high volumes of data accurately.
- Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills for interacting with patients and payers.
- Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment with strict deadlines.