Insurance Billing/Collection Assistant III (Hybrid) - Physicians Billing Service

Job description

Scheduled Hours 40 Position Summary: Performs advanced billing and collection activities. Acts as Lead IBC Assistant. Makes collection calls, verifying accuracy and completeness of claims, contacts insurance companies and collection agencies in regards to expediting payments from various payers for physician’s services. Handles discounts, adjustments and charge corrections. Job Description: Primary Duties & Responsibilities: May act as a Lead IBC Assistant. May train and provide guidance to other IBC Assistants. Performs collection follow-up duties on specific financial classifications, such as commercial insurance, self-pay, Medicare and Medicaid claims. Handles discounts, adjustments and charge corrections. Makes collection calls to insurance companies and patients to ensure timely payment of claims. Reviews remittance advises for rejection and accuracy of payment amounts. Verifies accuracy and completeness of charge tickets, monitors attachments for claims to obtain maximum reimbursements. Contacts insurance companies regarding posting payments and collection agencies regarding payment reports. Responds to questions and requests from Insurance companies. Supports customer servic...