Medical Biller and Coder

Full-time/Part-time
Remote
$20-30/hr
Newton, MA

Benefits

Bonus
401K
401(k) with Matching
Equity / Stock Options
Health Insurance
Paid Time Off (PTO)
Parental Leave
Flexible Working Hours
Sales commission

Job description

We are seeking a qualified and dedicated medical biller to join our administrative office. In this position, you will be responsible for a variety of tasks requiring data analysis, in-depth evaluation, and sound judgment. As our medical biller, your daily duties will include maintaining billing software, appealing denied claims, and recording late payments.


Key Responsibilities

  • Prepare, review, and submit medical claims to insurance companies and other third-party payers.

  • Verify patient demographics, insurance coverage, eligibility, and benefits.

  • Enter and maintain accurate patient billing and insurance information.

  • Review medical records and billing documentation to ensure charges are accurate and complete.

  • Apply appropriate medical billing codes, including CPT, HCPCS, and ICD-10 codes, as applicable.

  • Monitor submitted claims and follow up on unpaid, denied, or rejected claims.

  • Investigate billing discrepancies and make necessary corrections or adjustments.

  • Post insurance payments, patient payments, contractual adjustments, and other account transactions.

  • Communicate with insurance companies, healthcare providers, and patients regarding billing and payment issues.

  • Prepare patient statements and respond to billing inquiries in a professional manner.

  • Maintain accurate and confidential financial and patient records.

  • Assist with accounts receivable activities and collection of outstanding balances.

  • Stay informed about changes in insurance policies, billing requirements, coding guidelines, and reimbursement procedures.

  • Protect patient information and maintain compliance with HIPAA and other applicable regulations.

  • Generate billing reports and assist management with monitoring outstanding accounts and reimbursement activity.

Qualifications

  • High school diploma or equivalent; additional training in medical billing, coding, or healthcare administration is preferred.

  • Previous experience in medical billing, healthcare administration, or a related field is preferred.

  • Knowledge of medical terminology, insurance procedures, and healthcare billing practices.

  • Familiarity with CPT, HCPCS, and ICD-10 coding systems.

  • Strong attention to detail and accuracy.

  • Good organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.

  • Ability to handle confidential patient and financial information responsibly.

  • Proficiency with computers, billing software, electronic health records (EHR), and Microsoft Office or similar productivity tools.

More information

Minimum education level

High school or equivalent

Experience level

Entry-level or graduates

Job skills

Medical Coding

Billing Software Proficiency

Insurance Claims Processing

Compliance Knowledge

Data Entry Accuracy

HIPAA Regulations

Revenue Cycle Management

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