Job Description
The salary of the finalist selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to departmental budgets, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, specialty, and training. The above hiring range represents the University's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. Position SummaryThe Billing Specialist will report to the Manager of Revenue Cycle and Billing Operations and will be responsible for billing processes including verification of benefits, prior authorizations, charge entry, claim submission, and claim denials/appeals. ResponsibilitiesUtilize and multitask across all department systems (Epic, Aria and Outlook) to fulfill billing processes.Correspond with insurance companies to complete verification of benefits for patients.Update insurance information as needed.Assemble required medical documentation for prior authorization submissions.Send, request, and obtain insurance-required prior authorization forms and any other prior authorization requirements from radiation oncology attendings.Submit for prior authorizations online, via telephone, and fax including (1) initial submissions, (2) medical review submissions, (3) scheduling peer-to-peer reviews, (4) health plan appeal submissions, and (5) state level appeal submissions.
Responsibilities + Skills
Energetic multi-tasker and willing learner.Excellent verbal and written communication skills.Organized and detail oriented.Time management skills.
Education
Bachelors degree or equivalent, plus three years of related experience in health-related field.Certified Professional Coder (CPC) certification preferred.
Experience