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Medical Billing Specialist

Boston, MA 02115

Posted: 08/30/2023 Employment Type: Contract Job Category: Accounting & Finance Job Number: 578269 Country: United States Is job remote?: No

Job Description


Medical Billing Specialist
3 month contract
Boston, MA
Pay Range: $34-$35/hr

Must Haves:
  • At least five years medical billing experience, with previous experience specifically in dental billing.
  • Must have a working knowledge of CPT and ICD-10 codes, data entry systems for 3rd party billing, various types of payers and their reimbursement and denial patterns.
  • Thorough understanding of medical terminology.
  • Knowledge of computers, including Microsoft Word and intermediate level Excel skills.
Preferred: 
  • Prior experience with Blue Cross/Blue Shield, Medicare, Medicare advantage plans, MVA and/or Worker’s Compensation preferred
Job Summary/Description:

The Medical Billing Specialist is responsible for accurate claims submission, accounts receivable follow-up, payment posting, EOB and COB processing, credit balance refunds, bad debt and collections along with the other responsibilities listed below. 

Responsibilities include:
  • Collecting, posting and managing account payments
  • Preparing and submitting claims
  • Preparing and sending patient statements
  • Following up with insurance companies
  • Monitoring any delinquent accounts
  • Identifying and resolving and billing complaints or issues
  • Must be able to communicate with patients, insurance companies, and fellow healthcare professionals, answering questions and maintaining effective working relationships.
  • Must have an understanding of dental billing & coding, basic computer skills, and a knowledge of HIPAA guidelines and regulations regarding insurance.
Required:
  • High School graduate or equivalent.
  • At least five years medical billing experience, with previous experience specifically in dental billing.
  • Must have a working knowledge of CPT and ICD-10 codes, data entry systems for 3rd party billing, various types of payers and their reimbursement and denial patterns.
  • Prior experience with Blue Cross/Blue Shield, Medicare, Medicare advantage plans, MVA and/or Worker’s Compensation preferred.
  • Thorough understanding of medical terminology.
  • Knowledge of computers, including Microsoft Word and intermediate level Excel skills.
  • Basic knowledge of business math.
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