Medicare/ Commercial Biller

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Job DetailsJob Location: 2600 JOHNSTON ST - LAFAYETTE, LA 70503Position Type: Full TimeEducation Level: High SchoolTravel Percentage: NoneReports To: Revenue Cycle Manager JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY: The Medicare / Commercial Biller oversees Medicare and private insurance billing operations, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and efficient collection processes. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS/RESPONSIBILITIES: Ensures accurate and timely filing of Medicare and private insurance claims, ensuring reimbursement in accordance with contract provisions and regulatory requirements. Maintains a comprehensive understanding of Medicare and private insurance billing regulations, providing updates to the organization on relevant changes. Monitors aged accounts receivable for Medicare and private insurance, resubmits overdue claims, and prepares bad debt reports as needed. Collaborates with the Admissions team to ensure accurate processing of admission information for Medicare and private insurance claims. Conducts research and processes claims to ensure compliance with Medicare and private insurance guidelines. Electronically imports payments from all pay sources and accurately posts them to the financial sy...