Medical Billing Clerk jobs in Hammond, IN

Associated Pediatricians, is seeking a full time individual to join medical billing team. The ideal candidate will have several years experience in medical billing and coding.

This is not an entry level position and experience is required . Associated Pediatricians is a 12 provider pediatric clinic with two locations.

Patient visits between the two location generally exceeds 200 encounters per day, so experience working on a team that handles larger volumes of claims is preferred.

Full job description

• Ensure successful entry of all medical visits into the practice management EHR Medical Billing System.
• Assist the practice manager in collecting accounts receivable.
• Assist the practice manager as directed to appeal, trouble shoot, prepare denied claims for rebilling, inquire and correct unpaid claims for re-submission on a daily basis as necessary.
• Request and follow up on additional information as needed for auditing of claims and all revenue reports including eligibility, benefits and provider information.
• Submit claims to insurance companies on a daily basis as necessary.
• File all correspondence into patient’s chart.
• Negotiate settlements for payments with insurance companies and courts with assistance of practice manager.
• Audit claims daily to ensure timely collections. Review EOB’s as directed to ensure compliance with billing practices.
• Follow billing policy guidelines and documented procedures.
• Other duties as assigned.

Job Type : Full-time