Accounts Receivable Specialist - Charge Entry at CUMBERLAND FAMILY MEDICAL CENTER IN

Russell Springs, Kentucky, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

07 Apr, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

07 Jan, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Medical Billing, CPT Coding, HCPCS Coding, ICD-10-CM Coding, Documentation Review, Charge Posting, Claims Preparation, Payment Application, Communication, Error Correction, Data Reporting, Confidentiality, HIPAA Compliance, Organizational Skills, Detail-Oriented, Computer Skills

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

Job Details Job Location: Cumberland FMC Admin - Russell Springs, KY 42642 Position Type: Full Time Job Category: Health Care Accounts Receivable Specialist Cumberland Family Medical Center (CFMC) operates a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) offering a wide range of health and social services at multiple sites throughout Kentucky. We seek employees who support our mission and who actively contribute to our service-driven environment by enhancing patient experience and improving productivity. CFMC offers compassionate care, uncompromising service and clinical excellence. We offer a collaborative environment with excellent benefits, wage/salary commensurate with experience and relevant work experience. Summary of Duties: Responsible for the coding, charge posting and preparation of patient account billing claims. Essential Functions: Reviews medical records for completion of documentation per CPT guidelines. Effectively utilizes internal electronic information systems and third-party resources to perform job functions. Reviews and assigns CPT. HCPCS and ICD-10-CM codes per FQHC and national coding guidelines. This includes the addition of specific modifiers. Prepares claims for billing, in accordance with payer and FQHC requirements. Applies payments to accounts as appropriate. Communicates with CFMC staff by various means, as appropriate, to ensure the completion and accuracy of documentation and charges. Answers questions from patients, clerical staff and insurance companies, as appropriate. Corrects accounts with identified charge or coding errors, as appropriate. Runs reports or compiles data for reporting, as required. Reports suspected or identified billing/payment issues to Coordinator or designee. Participates in educational events, monthly staff meetings and other scheduled activities. Conducts self in accordance with CFMC’s policies, procedures and employee manual. Maintains strictest confidentiality; adheres to all HIPAA guidelines/regulations. Other duties as assigned. Qualifications Education: High School Diploma or GED. Skills/Experience: Knowledge of medical billing procedures and processes. Knowledge of CPT, HCPCS and ICD-10-CM coding. Knowledge of basic medical billing terminology. Knowledge of business office procedures. Ability to operate a computer and basic office equipment. Competency in basic computer functions such as MS Word, Excel and email. Skill in answering a telephone in a pleasant, professional and helpful manner. Ability to read, understand and follow oral and written instructions. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with patients,employees and the public. Ability to communicate professionally and effectively - orally and by various written methods. Must be well organized and detail-oriented. Physical ability to do light lifting, bending and stretching. Compensation: Negotiable based on experience Benefits: Health, Vision, Dental, Life, STD, LTD, 401K, PTO, and Holidays Schedule Requirements: Full-time position, flexible schedule with 1 day a month in office is possibly an option. Work schedules are set at the discretion of CFMC and may be adjusted at any time based on the operational needs of the organization.

Responsibilities

The Accounts Receivable Specialist is responsible for coding, charge posting, and preparing patient account billing claims. This includes reviewing medical records, assigning codes, preparing claims, and correcting any identified errors.