The responsibilities of an ambulance biller include the following:
- Facilitating computerized billing programs and checking billing logs for errors/completion
- Entering billing charges (ICD- 10 codes)
- Verifying the insurance coverage of patients
- Managing the assigned workflows to include follow-ups on the claim, appeal, and denial status for timely payment receipts
- Contacting insurance firms to discuss denied claims
- Sending appeals to insurance companies, complete with proper documentation
- Contacting insurance firms, medical facilities, and patients for billing concerns
- Answering questions and resolving conflicts regarding insurance coverage and billing
- Assisting with duties like processing copayments, payment posting, and reconciliation
- Correcting and resubmitting claims after confirming the transmission error
- Completing all the other tasks assigned during the shift
The ambulance biller must also demonstrate the following abilities and skills:
- The working knowledge of medical billing, including a minimum experience of 2-3 years in an insurance collection
- The capacity to compose effective appeals
- The ability to work independently and with a team
- The capability to work in a fast-paced working environment
- Proficiency in using Microsoft Word, Excel, billing software, 10-key, ICD-10 coding, and medical terminology
- A working experience in HIPAA and compliance-sensitive environments
- Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills
- Promising skills in customer service
- Strong attention to detail
Please note that this position requires working on-site; this is not a remote position.