Medical Biller / Accounts Receivable Specialist Job in Pasadena, California

Busy orthopaedic group seeks an experienced medical billing specialist with accounts receivable experience.  Although this position will focus on accounts receivable; successful candidates will have experience which encompasses all aspects of billing; including demographic/insurance data entry, charge entry, payments, follow-up/appeals, and coding.  Candidates must be sharp, detail-oriented, and demonstrate excellent customer service skills.  Also, must be a fast-learner, able to multi-task, adapt well to change, and meet productivity expectations and deadlines.

Responsibilities:

·         Follow-up and collections of outstanding insurance and patient balances

·         Review and work electronic and paper denials, correspondence, and aging reports

·         Identify & correct coding/billing errors

·         Claims submission

·         Assist patients with billing questions/payments

·         Analyze & report denial trends

·         Other duties (as needed):  front desk calls overflow, office charges billing, payment posting, etc.

·         Other billing/practice related projects (as assigned)

Requirements:

·         Medical billing certification/medical billing and coding course completion required

·         Coding certification or apprenticeship a plus – Great position to gain more coding experience!!

·         2 years minimum experience with medical billing, denials, and appeals

·         Experience with aggressive follow-up of outstanding insurance claims

·         Knowledge of federal and private insurance carrier regulations

·         Experience with ICD-10, CPT, and Modifier coding

·         Proficient in PC use and Microsoft Office Suite

·         Knowledge of EMR/EHR (Electronic Medical Records/Electronic Health Records)

·         Excellent verbal and written communication skills required

·         Orthopaedic practice experience a plus