US Medical Billing Assistant

This is a remote position.

• Contract type: Independent Contractor
  
• Work schedule: Monday to Thursday - 8:45am to 5:00pm New York, USA, Eastern time, inclusive of 30 minute paid lunch break
  
• Friday - 8:45am to 3:45pm New York, USA, Eastern time, inclusive of 30 minute paid lunch break
  
  
  

• Post insurance company payments and/or responses into the various systems based on client, such as electronic, ERA, or paper explanation of benefits.
  
• Daily checks on the pending amounts due from carriers and act accordingly.
  
• Reviewing the recent codes of partial and full denials, utilizing carrier portals or calling for clarification as well as resubmission and reconsidering of given claims with appropriate reasons.
  
• Prepare appeals to be sent by reimbursement representative.
  
• Report to reimbursement team member any item that is not resolved within a timely manner 
  
• Report to reimbursement team member any specific patients with partial and full denials, identify why denied, and find ways to avoid the issue(s) that might be triggering it.
  
• Check with carriers on no-response claims based on predefined dates.
  
• Prepare amounts outstanding and key issues for the reimbursement team member.
  
• Follow up on appeals and claims sent for reconsideration.
  
• Attend daily meetings with reimbursement team members.
  
• Attend weekly team meetings, completing the to-do’s assigned to reimbursement team member.
  
• Other duties as assigned.
  
  

• Respectful of our unique cultural environment
  
• Absolute confidentiality
  
• Embracing teamwork
  
• Loyal behavior and positive attitude
  
• Accountability
  
• Pro activeness
  
• Thoroughness
  
• Focused on results
  
• Inspired to learn and grow constantly
  
• Devoted to providing top-tier services to our clients through the company's "Unique Service Oriented Philosophies"
  

Requirements

• At least 1 year experience in US-based medical billing practice or 1 year experience in a medical practice dealing with billing including but not limited to, provider credentialing, authorizations, reimbursement, etc.
  
• At least 2 years in College
  
• Must have backup power supply (extra laptop/power bank/generator/reside near a coworking space)
  
• Detail orientated with above-average organizational skill
  
• Able to plan and prioritize to meet deadlines
  
• Excellent verbal and written communication
  
• Communicates clearly and effectively
  
• Excellent reading comprehension
  
• Excellent computer skills, including Microsoft programs such as Excel, Word
  
• Thorough understanding of navigating the internet