Billing Specialist at Weiser Memorial Hospital

Weiser, Idaho, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

06 Jan, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

08 Oct, 25

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Data Entry, Insurance Plans, Government Agencies, Medicare, Medicaid, Billing Experience, Communication Skills, Oral Comprehension, Written Comprehension, Service Excellence

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

Description Weiser Memorial Hospital--rated one of Idaho's best places to work--is actively recruiting for a Billing Specialist. This full-time role collaboratively works within the Patient Financial Services Department and is responsible for the billing process between the hospital and patients including insurance companies, federal agencies and third-party payers. This role audits patient accounts to ensure procedure, charges and coding accuracy, as well as collects payments from commercial insurance companies, state and federal agencies. Schedule: This is a full-time role, working Monday through Friday 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM. Weiser Memorial Hospital, a PERSI employer, offers a competitive benefits package in addition to continuing education and professional development opportunities. Benefits include, but are not limited to: Idaho State Retirement (PERSI) 401(k) Medical, dental, and vision insurance plans Discounted medical services Medical and dependent care savings plans Guaranteed life insurance Employee Assistance Program Voluntary Air St. Luke's Membership Weiser Memorial Hospital participates in eVerify and is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Weiser, ID, is located in Western Idaho, minutes away from I-84 and offers a lower cost of living than the national average, including nearby Boise. Weiser is well-known for its many rivers, access to outdoor recreational areas, and as the host of the annual National Old-time Fiddlers' Contest & Festival. Requirements High school graduate or equivalent. Proficiency in data entry using PC based software. Thorough understanding of different insurance plans, government agencies, Medicare and Medicaid. Previous billing experience. Excellent communication skills to include oral and written comprehension/expression. Ability to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing. Ability and willingness to demonstrate and maintain competency as required for the job title and the unit(s) area(s) or assignment. Ability and willingness to exhibit behaviors consistent with principles of service excellence.

Responsibilities

The Billing Specialist is responsible for the billing process between the hospital and patients, including insurance companies and third-party payers. This role also audits patient accounts to ensure accuracy in procedures, charges, and coding.