Billing Specialist

Overview We are recruiting for an exciting career opportunity as a Medical Biller to join the team as Billing Specialist at our corporate office in Fresno, CA. Experienced or new Medical Billing and/or Coding graduates are welcomed. As a Billing Specialist, you will work to ensure United Health Centers is able to obtain payment from appropriate parties, and that billing and coding is accurate, timely, and fraud-free. You will work closely with the Medical Billing Manager and other team members. Responsibilities Translate medical procedures into appropriate insurance billing codes. Enter accurate information into the practice management system. Produce statements and claims. Bill the insurance company for services performed and/or the patient for patient portion due. Collect correct insurance information from the patient and verify the patient’s benefits. Investigate unpaid accounts/claims in a timely manner. Maintain skills and knowledge of payer rules and guidelines to bill accurately. Education High School Grad/GED License/Certification Certified Professional Coder preferred but not required. Experience Minimum 2 years of experience in a healthcare setting, preferred. Skills Bilingual preferred but not required. Able to quickly build and maintain rapport with patients and providers of differing backgrounds; team player. Customer-service oriented. Strong computer skills. Familiar with adult learning and general training techniques. Positive professional insight. Flexibility and dependability. Demonstrated good problem-solving skills; sound judgment. Skill in answering a telephone in a pleasant manner. Modern office practices and procedures including email. Attention to detail and excellent follow-through on work tasks. Physical Requirements Must be able to lift up to 20 pounds and push up to 50 pounds (on wheels). Must be able to hear staff on the phone and those who are served in-person, and speak clearly to communicate information to patients and staff. Must be able to read memos, computer screens, personnel forms and clinical and administrative documents. Must have high manual dexterity. Must be able to reach above the shoulder level to work, must be able to bend, squat and sit, stand, stoop, crouch, reach, kneel, twist/turn. Compensation and Benefits The hourly wage range that UHC reasonably expects to pay for the position upon hire starts at $23.10 an hour. Salaries are dependent on knowledge, skills, and experience. In addition, our comprehensive benefits package for regular status employees includes: Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance with low premium cost Paid time off and paid holidays 401k plan with matching contribution Educational Assistance Employee discounts and more! #J-18808-Ljbffr