Billing Specialist at Lifepoint Health

Kennewick, Washington, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

29 Jun, 26

Salary

21.67

Posted On

31 Mar, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Accounts Receivable Follow-up, Claim Submission, Patient Communication, Physician Office Communication, Regulatory Compliance, HIPAA, Policy Application, Critical Thinking, Decisive Judgment, Athena

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

Trios Health Job Title: Billing Specialist Job Type: Full-time Wage Range: $16.66-21.67 Reports to: Reports to: Director of Physician Service FLSA: Non-exempt Position Summary: Responsible for accounts receivable follow-up of assigned providers. Reviews Athena on a daily basis to ensure claim submission was successful and accepted by payer. Job Functions: * Responsible for accounts receivable follow-up of assigned providers. * Reviews Athena on a daily basis to ensure claim submission was successful and accepted by payer. * Responsible for communication with patient and/or physician offices regarding outstanding claims. * Position serves both internal co-workers and external customers, clients, patients, contractors, and vendors. * Access to and/or works with sensitive and/or confidential information. * Exhibit a comprehensive understanding of healthcare regulatory and compliance (e.g., HIPAA). * Skilled in the application of policies and procedures. Knowledge of Business Office Standards and Recommended Practices. * Perform other duties as assigned. Minimum Qualifications * High school diploma required * Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment, and the ability to work with minimal supervision. * Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action. Why Choose Us: * Health (Medical, Dental, Vision) and 401K Benefits for full-time employees * Competitive Paid Time Off * Employee Assistance Program – mental, physical, and financial wellness assistance * Tuition Reimbursement/Assistance for qualified applicants * Professional Development and Growth Opportunities * And much more… Who We Are: People are our passion and purpose. Come work where you are appreciated for who you are not just what you can do. Trios Health, anchored by Trios Southridge Hospital, offers a lifetime of care across a broad spectrum of healthcare specialties and services. In fact, we've built what has become one of Eastern Washington's largest multi-specialty medical groups. Where We Are: Positioned in the heart of Washington wine and agriculture country, the Tri-Cities area is known for a plethora of sunshine and four predominantly mild seasons. The three major rivers, multiple nearby mountain ranges, and beautiful sun-soaked valleys offer endless natural beauty and year-round outdoor recreational opportunities. EEOC Statement: Trios Health is committed to providing Equal Employment Opportunities for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination against any employee or applicant for employment because of color, race, sex, age, religion, national origin, disability, genetic information, gender identity, sexual orientation, veterans' status or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law. Lifepoint Health is a leader in community-based care and driven by a mission of Making Communities Healthier. Our diversified healthcare delivery network spans 29 states and includes 63 community hospital campuses, 32 rehabilitation and behavioral health hospitals, and more than 170 additional sites of care across the healthcare continuum, such as acute rehabilitation units, outpatient centers and post-acute care facilities. We believe that success is achieved through talented people. We want to create places where employees want to work, with opportunities to pursue meaningful and satisfying careers that truly make a difference in communities across the country. We employ and provide care to people from all walks of life. We are committed to promoting healing, providing hope, preserving dignity and producing value with an inclusive workforce in which diversity is leveraged, respected, and reflective of the patients, family members, customers and team members we serve.

Responsibilities

The Billing Specialist is responsible for following up on accounts receivable for assigned providers and reviewing the Athena system daily to confirm successful claim submission and payer acceptance. This role involves communicating with patients and physician offices regarding outstanding claims.