Work Comp Coordinator

We’re proud to be a leader in the orthopedic healthcare industry and one of the largest orthopedic practices in the Western United States. When you join our team, you become part of a dedicated group of professionals who have the resources, training, and expertise to deliver the most advanced orthopedic care to our patients. About the Role The Work Comp Coordinator is responsible for supporting the work comp processes within the practice. They will also ensure compliance, coordinate claims, and facilitate return-to-work process What You'll Do Obtaining authorization for services from the patient’s work comp carrier Scheduling appointments in the practice management system Processing all Insurance denials; researching the claim and supplying any necessary information that will generate payment Reviewing all insurance requests and do the necessary follow-up to ensure they have all of the necessary information to process the claim for payment Updating patient insurance information as it is provided and re-bills claims accordingly Responding to written and telephone billing inquiries from patients Following up on requests for refunds, and submits them to the appropriate accounting staff member for processing Communicating with other departments, staff members and physicians Following up on Work Comp aging Printing out current aging reports for all assigned financial classes Following up on correspondence with patients and insurance companies Maintaining financial class agings at the specified % for each aging bucket Maintaining patient confidentiality; complies with HIPAA and compliance guidelines established by the practice Maintaining knowledge of the practice management software and other computer software as it relates to job function Attends coding or continuing education courses as requested Additional duties as assigned What We're Looking For: 2 years of experience working in a physician group practice Basic knowledge of CPT and ICD-10 coding High school diploma or GED certificate, college (preferred) What We Offer Collaborative and friendly work environment Full coverage for Employee PPO Medical insurance 401k and Profit-Sharing Program Paid Vacation, Floating Holidays, Regular Holidays, Sick Time #J-18808-Ljbffr Golden State Orthopedics & Spine