Billing Specialist (Onsite)

Be part of the change. Join SharpeVision and work with a national leader in refractive surgery and eyecare bringing clear, unencumbered sight to people from around the world. We are modern, transformative vision-correction boutiques located in Seattle & Renton, WA, Chicago, IL, and Austin & Lakeway, TX. Our goal is to help our patients realize their full human potential. We believe in people and the magic that happens when they focus on a common goal. We believe in the power of technology to transform lives, and we believe we are here to be part of it. At SharpeVision, we are bringing that day closer, one patient at a time. Reports To: Billing Director FLSA Status: Non-Exempt Location: Bellevue, Washington (On-site) Schedule: Full time (Monday-Friday) Travel: Some travel could be required to other SharpeVision locations to support training and business needs. Job Summary SVML Billing Specialists processes and ensures accuracy and compliance of all claims. They maintain practice management records to provide up to date information regarding demographics, insurance information, payments and communications. The Billing Specialist fosters close working relationships with all parties to ensure coding that complies with and is up to date with regulatory rules. They must always maintain complete confidentiality as required by law. The Billing Specialist has an excellent understanding of CPT, ICD-10, HCPCs and HIPAA as well as any state specific requirements. The Billing Specialist must be self-directed and able to multitask in a high-paced environment with minimal direction. A thorough knowledge of the workings of Ophthalmology medical practices is highly desired. Core Values Committed to Growth (Personal & Professional) Be an Excellent Communicator Have Fanatical Attention to Detail Be Genuine and Authentic Essential Duties and Responsibilities Process submitted claims Process received payments Work claim rejections and denials Process Payment Reminders and Statements Work A/R Eligibility and Benefit Inquiries Authorizations Collection processes Support multiple locations and providers with billing, collections, and authorization processes. Prepare monthly reports for management Special projects as neede d Benefits Competitive Pay Company paid short term disability Additional benefit options including long term disability, critical illness, hospital coverage, and accidental incident benefit options. Company paid basic life insurance 401k with a 6% company match Paid Time Off (Accrual increases after 1 year) 8 paid company holidays and 1 paid birthday holiday Free LASIK A beautiful work environment Qualifications To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Education / Experience High school diploma or GED is a must. Bachelor's degree is preferred. Previous medical billing experience is highly desired. CPT, ICD-10, HCPCs, NCCI, Fee Schedules and HIPPA knowledge is required. Language Ability Fluency of the English language. Excellent oral and written comprehension and expression. Speech clarity and recognition. Active learning and listening. Ability to respond to common inquiries and provide information to patients and colleagues. Good interpersonal skills. Math Ability Ability to use mathematical methods or formulas for related medical and scientific measurements and calculations. Ability to calculate percentages. Ability to compile, tabulate, or verify information or data. Reasoning Ability Ability to collect data and establish facts. Ability to interpret technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form. Ability to use logic. Ability to identify information by categorizing and recognizing differences or similarities. Computer Skills Accounting Applications, Charting Software, Document Management Software, Microsoft Office Suite, Email, Calendar and Scheduling Software, Medical Software, Internet, Data Entry, Inventory Management Applications. Certificates and Licenses Coding and Billing certifications are highly desired. Supervisory Responsibilities This position has no direct reports. Work Environment The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is usually low to moderate. The work environment is indoors and environmentally controlled. The work environment is structured. May have exposure to disease or infections. Physical Demands The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands and arms to handle, grasp, position, move and control objects and tools; reach with hands and arms; talk and hear; and maintain a stationary position. Specific vision abilities required by this job include near vision, distance vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. The employee is required to make repetitive motion and demonstrate steadiness and control precision. The employee is required to operate in close quarters and have contact with patients. Additional Information The above job description is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of duties and standards of the position. Incumbents will follow any other instructions, and perform any other related duties, as assigned by their supervisor. Equal Opportunity Employer SVMLL is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. #J-18808-Ljbffr SharpeVision MODERN LASIK & LENS