Lincare - Lees Summit Mo . has Immediate openings for a Billing/Code Specialist. Summary of Duties: Responsible for collecting, posting and managing account Payments. Responsible for Collections as well as submitting claims for Medicare and follow up with insurance companies and delinquent clients. Supervision Received: Reports to Billing Supervisor or named Office Manager Essential Functions: 1. Prepares and submits clean claims to various insurance companies either electronically or by paper. 2. Answers questions from patients, clerical staff and insurance companies. 3. Identifies and resolves patient billing complaints. 4. Prepares, reviews and sends patient statements 5. Evaluates patients financial status and establishes budget payment plans. Follows and reports status of delinquent accounts. 6. Reviews accounts for possible assignment and makes recommendations to the Billing Supervisor, also prepares information for the collection agency. 7. Performs daily backups on office computer system 8. Performs various collection actions including contacting patients by phone correcting and resubmitting claims to third party payers. 9. Processes payments from insurance companies and prepares a daily deposit. 10. Participates in educational activities and attends monthly staff meetings. 11. conducts self in accordance with HPAs employee manual. 12. Maintains strictest confidentiality; adheres to all HIPAA guidelines/regulations. Education: High School Diploma or GED. Skills/Experience: 1. Knowledge of medical billing/collection practices. 2. Knowledge of computer programs. 3. Knowledge of business office procedures. 4. Knowledge of basic medical coding and third-party operating procedures and practices. 5. Ability to operate a computer and basic office equipment. 6. Ability to operate a multi-line telephone system. 7. Skill in answering a telephone in a pleasant and helpful manner. 8. Ability to read, understand and follow oral and written instructions. 9. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with patients, employees and the public. 10. Must be well organized and detail-oriented. 11. Prior experience in Collections, Medical Billing, and or Insurance (Medicare) is helpful but Lincare will train the correct person. Environmental/Working Conditions: Normal office environment. Occasional Overtime may be required and/or hours may be shortened as business needs dictate. Physical Demands: Requires sitting and standing associated with a normal office Environment. Manual dexterity needed for using a calculator and computer keyboard. This description is intended to provide only basic guidelines for meeting job Requirements. Responsibilities, skills and working conditions may change as needs evolve. This is a full-time job located in Lees Summit MO. Great atmosphere, company benefits and paid holidays! NO PHONE CALLS OR WALK INS! FAX RESUME ONLY!
