Oklahoma Arthritis Center (OAC) is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and considers all applicants without regard to race, religion, color, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected status.
Job Summary:
Reviews billing data from medical office records to ensure amounts and account numbers are accurate. Responsible for accurate diagnosis and procedure coding.
Essential Functions:
- Responsible for verifying and posting charges.
- Responsible for researching billing guidelines for new and existing drugs administered.
- Communicate documentation inconsistencies to infusion medical staff and site managers.
- Responds to patient/payer inquiries in a timely manner.
- Ensure patient confidentiality and follow HIPAA guidelines.
- Promote a professional image by adhering to the established dress code as listed in Employee Handbook.
- Check and resolve assigned tasks in EMR program.
Performance Requirements:
Knowledge:
- Knowledge of medical billing and collection practices.
- Knowledge of basic medical coding.
- Knowledge of third-party payer operating procedures and practices.
- Knowledge of Medicare requirements.
Skills:
- Proficient skills in computer programs.
- Skill in trouble-shooting insurance claims and problems.
- Skill in establishing and maintaining effective internal and external working relationships.
Abilities:
- Ability to accurately enter data and examine insurance documents
- Ability to deal courteously with patients, staff and others.
- Ability to communicate effectively.
Qualifications:
- A High School Diploma or GED required.
- A combination of six to twelve months of directly related training and/or billing experience in a health care organization is typically required for carrying out the responsibilities for this job.
- Experience with Microsoft Office Suite and Electronic Health Records/Practice Management, specifically Allscripts, preferred
Physical Requirements:
Ability to work effectively in a fast paced environment.
Physical ability to sit, perform data entry and view computer screen for long periods at a time.- Occasional exposure to communicable diseases and biohazards.
- Daily standing, walking, bending, and maneuvering.
- May require lifting up to 50 pounds or more to transfer and/or turn patient with and without assistive devices.
Travel Requirements:
Travel may be required.
Scheduled Working Hours:
Normal work hours are 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday through Thursday and 8:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. on Fridays. Hours may vary depending upon the needs of the position, department, and clinic.
Other Duties:
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or to contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change from time to time, with or without notice.
Equipment Operated:
Standard office equipment including: computers, printers, faxes, copiers, postage machine, etc.