Billing Specialist

Job description

At Mahaska Health, the Billing Specialist is responsible for filing of clean claims to various insurance companies for all Hospital, Provider Based Clinic and Clinic services. The Billing Specialist will pursue collection of all claims until payment is made by insurance company. Biller will maintain current billing knowledge and changes of Medicare, Medicaid, and all third-party payers. Open Hours: Full-time: Monday - Friday 8:00 am - 4:30 pm Essential job functions include but not limited to: - Prepares and submits clean claims to various insurance companies either electronically or by paper. - Verify all required information necessary to file all insurance claims and ensure that they are submitted timely and correctly. - Work with providers or hospital departments to ensure correct charges, diagnosis and procedures are reported to insurance companies. - Follow up on unpaid claims within standard billing cycle timeframe. - Identifies and resolves patient billing complaints. - Check insurance payments for accuracy and compliance with contract or discounts. - Contact insurance companies regarding any discrepancy in payment. - Identify and bill secondary or tertiary insurances. - Han...