Health Services Medical Billing Specialist

Health Services Medical Billing Specialist LINN COUNTY DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH SERVICES Class Code: 706 AVAILABLE POSITION HEALTH SERVICES MEDICAL BILLING SPECIALIST Administration/Billing Program (Classification 706) SEIU Represented Full Time (37.5 hours/week) position ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Strong working knowledge of CPT, ICD-10, HCPCS, modifiers, coding and documentation guidelines. Input all charges related to services provided by the Health Department into the billing system in accordance with established processes with a strong emphasis on accuracy to ensure efficiency in processing and receipt of payments. Post all payments, by line-item, received for provider’s services into billing system including co-payments, insurance payments, and client payments in accordance with established processes with an emphasis on accuracy to ensure maximum revenue collection. Follow-up on all returned claims, correspondence, denials, account reconciliations and rebills to achieve maximum reimbursement in a timely manner with an emphasis on client satisfaction. Monitor reimbursement from managed care networks and insurance carriers to ensure reimbursement consistent with contract rates. Follow-up on all outstanding client account balances at 60 – 120+ days from the date of service in accordance with practice protocol with an emphasis on maximizing client satisfaction and practice profitability using the A/R aged reports. Process refunds to insurance companies or client in accordance with practice protocol. Will be providing cross coverage with other team members. Maintain an organized, efficient and professional work environment. Adhere to all practice policies related to OSHA, HIPAA and Medicare and Medicaid Compliance. Assure compliance with Oregon Revised Statutes, Oregon Administrative Rules, related Federal regulations (42 CFR, etc.) and department policies. Able to use collaborative problem solving and communication skills in a team setting MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: • Graduation from high school or equivalent GED certificate. Two years of billing experience in healthcare billing or certification in healthcare billing/coding or any satisfactory equivalent combination of education and experience Typing 60 wpm or better Excellent Computer skills in Microsoft Word, Excel & Access Possession of a valid Oregon driver's license and good driving record. Ability to pass a criminal history check. SALARY, BENEFITS, COMPENSATION: Linn County employees say their benefits play a large role in what makes the County such a great place to work. We offer competitive benefit plans. Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits o Family plans are less than $15 per month Vacation and Floating Days Paid Holiday Time o 10.5 paid holidays Sick & Bereavement Time Employee Assistance Program (EAP) County Paid Life and Long Term Disability Benefits Longevity Incentive Public Service Loan Forgiveness Public Employee Retirement System (PERS) o Fully Paid by County We offer a Work/Life Balance with our work week is 37.5 hours. With our reduced schedule, it allows for a healthier work life balance. For a full list of our benefits, please visit our Benefits webpage: Benefit Summary SALARY RANGE CLOSING DATE: HOW TO APPLY: $3,492 – 4,465 Month September 11, 2024 www.linncountyhealth.org AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY/AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER A copy of the Job Classification for this position as well as the Employment application may be obtained from the Linn County Board of Commissioner’s Office, Room 201, Linn County Courthouse, PO Box 100, Albany, OR 97321; at the Oregon Employment Division Office in Albany, or online at http://www.co.linn.or.us.