Job Summary

A medical biller for Johnson Memorial Health Services is responsible to ensure timely and accurate submission of insurance claims, facilitate effective follow up on accounts receivable, and assist patients with billing questions. This position is also responsible for accurately entering hospital, clinic, care center, home health, and/or assisted living charges. Candidates must be detail oriented with good communication, organization, and time-management skills.

Responsibilities

• Various data entry
• Submit electronic claims to insurance
• Work assigned accounts receivable accounts
• Filing appeals with insurance companies as necessary
• Following up on credit balance accounts as they are assigned
• Help other billers as needed
• Accepting and entering cash receipts
• Assist family members and patients with billing questions
• Help sort mail when necessary
• Complete required annual Health Care Academy lessons
• Following the Standards of Behavior at all times
• Maintain confidentiality
• Gather necessary information that may be requested by manager
• May assume other responsibilities as assigned by manager

Core Competencies

• Communication Skills
• Organizational skills and attention to detail.

Education/Experience/Licensure

• Must have a high school diploma or G.E.D.
• Prior billing experience is preferred
• Ability to work and communicate effectively with the public, patients, and co-workers
• Good telephone skills
• Organized and able to prioritize work
• Knowledge in Word and Excel

Working Environment - Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors

• Tools/Equipment Used: Standard office equipment including computer and peripherals.
• Posture: Prolonged sitting; occasional bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting.
• Motion: Repetitive hand motions, frequent keyboarding, and use of mouse; occasional reaching.
• Lifting: Occasional light lifting and carrying (less than 15 pounds).

The foregoing statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required .

We're an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.

JHMS is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment. JHMS will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed, please contact the Human Resources Department.