IN-IDOH-Billing Insurance Coordinator

divh2Billing Insurance Coordinator/h2pUnder the general direction of a departmental supervisor, oversees and coordinates routine billing functions. Responsible for data entry in preparation of client payments, tracking payment processes, keeping meticulous records, and resolving any discrepancies. Oversees the reimbursement staff who activities include processing of claims documentation and payments. Follows processes as set forth in the Standard Operating Procedures for assigned clients. The ability to handle client complaints and follow up on any issues relating to the billing process. This is a hands-on position that involves working within a team-oriented and client-centered environment. The successful candidate will be detail-oriented with strong communication, critical thinking, and client support service skills./ppEssential Duties/Responsibilities:/pulliCoordinating with Zotec (weekly meetings required) and Finance team to manage account payable and receivables/liliReconciling payment reports to ensure timely processing of monthly payment batches/liliAnticipates, plans, and participates in billing expansion and other statewide initiatives that impact billing processes. Creating billing mechanisms for other IDOH billable services/liliMaintain, track and update contract-related records. Work with Finance department to ensure that appropriate contracts are in place to bill (Hospitals, Local Health Departments etc.)/liliActs as liaison between manager(s) and outside agencies, gathering and relaying information as needed/liliCorresponding with clients, answering questions, and resolving issues both in written and oral form./li/ulpJob Requirements:/pulliThree (3) years of experience with Bachelors degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business. A combination of experience and accredited college training may be considered./liliA good understanding of the medical billing cycle is required/liliMust have direct experience with insurance billing, processing claims, follow-up, and/or payment posting/liliComprehensive knowledge of insurance plans, member eligibility, and medical billing/liliStrong background in out of network claims processing and reimbursement/liliExcellent interpersonal and customer service skills/liliStrong problem solving and research skills/liliExcellent math, verbal, and communication skills/liliComputer proficiency (including Microsoft Office, Excel)/liliKnowledge of HIPAA preferred/liliAbility to always maintain strict confidentiality/li/ul/div