Collections Clerk, Alamo City Medical Group - United States
GENERAL SUMMARY OF DUTIES
Responsible for resolution of A/R in a complete, accurate, and timely manner while verifying that industry rules and regulations, including local, state and federal regulations, regarding billing and collection practices are followed; as well as with established internal policy and procedure.
GENERAL SUMMARY OF DUTIES
Responsible for resolution of A/R in a complete, accurate, and timely manner while verifying that industry rules and regulations, including local, state and federal regulations, regarding billing and collection practices are followed; as well as with established internal policy and procedure.
- KNOWLEDGE: Knowledge of submission and processing of medical claims (HCFA 1500 forms). Knowledge of government, commercial, and workers compensation policies and procedures. Knowledge of ICD-9, CPT and HCPCS coding. Knowledge of HIPAA compliance rules and regulations.
- ABILITIES: Ability to effectively communicate in person and on the phone in an effort to collect all monies due. Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence and memos. Ability to write simple correspondence. Ability to effectively present information to customers, clients and other employees of the organization. Ability to do general mathematics. Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed but uninvolved written or oral instructions. Ability to deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations.
- SKILLS: Skill in the operation of billing software and all office equipment. Skill in using Microsoft Office (Outlook, Excel, Word, etc.). Skill in processing claims efficiently and in accordance with established time frames. Solid customer service skills and excellent interpersonal skills. Attention to detail.
Requirements
- EXPERIENCE: Minimum of two years related experience as Claims Processor, Insurance Billing and/or Collections. Coding experience helpful.
- REQUIREMENTS: 50 wpm typing skill preferred.
- EDUCATION: High school diploma or GED and one year certificate from college or technical school; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
