Job Title: Lab Biller/Coder/Collections Specialist

Company: TriLab Health

Location: Elmhurst, IL

Job Type: Full-Time, Non-Exempt

Work Hours: Monday to Friday, 9 AM - 5:30 PM

Salary: $18 - $25 per hour, based on experience

Benefits:

• 401k Plan with Company Match
• Comprehensive Healthcare Coverage (Medical, Dental, Vision)
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Opportunities for Professional Development and Advancement

Job Description:

Join TriLab Health, a leading healthcare laboratory in Elmhurst, IL, as a full-time Lab Biller/Coder/Collections Specialist. This vital position oversees our billing processes to ensure accurate medical coding and maximizes reimbursement from insurance companies and patients alike. With a requirement of 5 years in billing/coding and a strong preference for experience in laboratory services, the successful candidate will bring expertise in healthcare finance, a dedication to regulatory compliance, and a patient-focused approach to financial matters.

Responsibilities:

1. Medical Coding:

* Accurately assign diagnostic and procedural codes to ensure correct billing.
* Stay current with coding updates and healthcare regulation changes.

2. Billing Process:

* Timely generate and submit claims to insurance providers.
* Ensure accuracy in patient and insurance information.
* Identify and correct billing errors or discrepancies.

3. Collections:

* Diligently monitor outstanding claims and pursue collections with insurance carriers.
* Conduct proactive collection efforts for unpaid balances.
* Resolve claim denials or discrepancies in collaboration with insurance representatives.

4. Patient Billing:

* Issue patient invoices for services rendered.
* Offer support with billing inquiries, establishing payment plans as needed.

5. Documentation and Reporting:

* Keep organized records of billing and coding activities.
* Prepare reports on billing and collection performance.

6. Compliance:

* Adhere to healthcare regulations and billing standards.
* Maintain awareness of changes in healthcare policies affecting billing practices.

7. Customer Service:

* Respond to inquiries from patients and insurance companies regarding billing issues.
* Deliver exceptional service in a professional and courteous manner.

Qualifications:

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in medical billing and coding.
• Strong knowledge of medical coding systems (e.g., CPT, ICD-10, HCPCS).
• Experience with laboratory services billing is highly preferred.
• Proficiency in billing software and electronic health record (EHR) systems.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
• Effective communication skills for liaising with patients, insurers, and team members.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

TriLab Health is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.