Insurance Billing/Collections Assistant II - Surgery - 24376
Location: St. Louis Missouri
Description: Washington University in St. Louis is looking of Insurance Billing/Collections Assistant II - Surgery - 24376 right now, this career will be placed in Missouri. More complete informations about this career opportunity please give attention to these descriptions. Job Type/Schedule
This position is full-time and works approximately 40 hours per week.
Department Name/Job Location
This position is in the Department of Surgery. The position is located at 4480 Clayton Avenue on the Medical School Campus.
Essential Functions
POSITION SUMMARY:
Performs follow-up insurance billing and collection activities on claims. Make calls to insurance companies or utilizes payer websites to verify accuracy and completeness of claims, resolve rejections and denials, and to expedite payments from various payers for physician’s services.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
1. Performs follow-up duties on specific financial classifications such as commercial insurance, self-pay, Medicare and Medicaid claims.
2. Utilizes payer websites or makes calls to insurance companies and/or patients to ensure timely filing and payment of claims.
3. Reviews remittance advises for rejection and accuracy of payment amounts.
4. Verifies accuracy and completeness of claims to obtain maximum reimbursement.
5. Responds to questions and requests from insurance companies.
Marginal Functions:
6. Assists with training of co-workers.
Required Qualifications
Equivalent of High School diploma.
Preferred Qualifications
2-3 years experience in medical collection setting preferred.
Working knowledge of computers, general office equipment, telephone console, medical terminology, collection techniques and communication skills that involves dealing with confidential information.Equivalent of high school diploma with 2-3 years experience in medical collection setting preferred.
Salary Range
The hiring range for this position is $13.95 to $17.09 per hour.
Benefits
This position is eligible for full-time benefits. Washington University offers a variety of benefits:
- Retirement Savings Plan
- 22 vacation days
- 8 Paid Holidays
- Sick Time
- Tuition benefits for employee, spouse and dependent children
- Free Metro Link/ Bus pass
- Free Life Insurance
- Health, Dental, Vision
- Health Savings Accounts (HSA)
- Long Term Care Insurance
- Long Term Disability Insurance
- Other Benefits
Applicant Special Instructions
Normal office working environment with some pressure caused by insurance deadlines.
EOE Statement
Washington University in St. Louis is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer and encourages applications from women, ethnic minorities, veterans, and individuals with disabilities.
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This career starts available on: Fri, 24 Aug 2012 23:24:50 GMT
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