Claims Coordinator (Medical Biller)

Job Title: Claims Coordinator (Medical Biller)
Location: Paramus , NJ
Zip Code: 07652
Duration: 6 months
Pay Rate: $21.43/hr.
Keyword's: #Paramusjobs; #ClaimsCoordinatorjobs;
Start Date: Immediate

GENERAL FUNCTION
The Medical Claims Biller is responsible for monitoring insurance carrier adjudication of Client medical claims for one or more doctor practices. Utilize a practice EHR system and clearing house to review and submit claims to multiple medical insurance carriers Review open/unpaid claim balances and take required action.

MAJOR DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
* Review medical claims and transmit to the insurance carrier using the practice electronic health records (EHR) system and clearing house.
* Monitor rejected claim reports and adjust claims for resubmission to the insurance carrier.
* Download insurance carrier explanation of payments (EOPs) to post claim payments and denials in the EHR system.
* Determine if denied claims can be corrected and re-submitted to the carrier.
* Review aging reports to research open balances and resubmit within insurance carrier filing limits.
* Utilize insurance carrier websites and contact carriers as needed to investigate denials and claim status.
* Partner with the clearing house to distribute patient billing statements and monitor the patient portal to post payments in the EHR system.
* Initiate overpayment refunds to patients and repayments to insurance carriers when required.
* Serve as the point of contact for the practice regarding all vision and medical claims.
* Support the corporate manager in maximizing claim collection rate.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
* High school diploma
* 3+ years of related work experience
* Experience with medical billing and coding
* Ability to prioritize handling of issues
* Organization skills and ability to multitask
* Effective communication skills (verbal, written, listening, presentation)

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
* Experience working in multiple doctor practices
* Experience working with multiple insurance carriers and an understanding of their claim requirements
* Proven ability to identify issues and solve problems

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