Physician Medical Billing Supervisor
Benefits:
401(k) matching
Bonus based on performance
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Opportunity for advancement
Paid time off
Vision insurance
Job Summary:
The Physician Medical Billing Supervisor (CPC) will be responsible for overseeing the billing operations, managing a team of billing specialists, and ensuring the accurate and timely submission of medical claims.
Essential Job Functions:
· Provide guidance, training, and support to medical billing specialists to ensure high performance and adherence to industry standards.
· Foster a positive and collaborative team culture that emphasizes accuracy, efficiency, and continuous improvement.
· Oversee the accurate and timely submission of medical claims to insurance providers, government agencies, and other payers.
· Ensure compliance with coding guidelines, billing regulations, and payer policies.
· Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) to assess the team's productivity, accuracy, and efficiency.
· Develop and implement effective denial management processes to minimize claim denials and resolve issues promptly.
· Collaborate with team members to address complex denial cases.
· Provide ongoing training to billing specialists to keep them updated on changes in coding guidelines, billing regulations, and payer policies.
· Communicate with insurance companies, healthcare providers, and internal stakeholders to resolve escalated billing issues and ensure effective coordination.
· Provide clear and concise updates to management on team performance and key metrics.
· Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify opportunities for process improvement and workflow optimization.
· Implement changes to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of the medical billing process.
· Adheres to all company and departmental policy and procedures
· Performs monthly quality reviews of assigned staff to ensure compliance with departmental policies and workflow standards
· Performs other related duties as assigned.
Required Skills/Abilities:
· Proficient in using medical billing software, electronic health record (EHR) systems, and other relevant tools.
· Advanced knowledge of CPT, ICD-10, and HCPCS coding.
· Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills to identify trends, patterns, and opportunities for improvement.
· Effective communication skills, both written and verbal, to interact with internal and external stakeholders.
· Ability to adapt to changing industry regulations, coding updates, and payer policies.
Education and Experience:
High School diploma or equivalent
Certified Professional Coder certification through AAPC or similar certification.
Proven experience in medical billing, with a minimum of 2 years in a supervisory or leadership role.
Thorough understanding of medical billing practices, reimbursement methodologies, and coding requirements.
Physical Requirements:
Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.
This is a remote position.