Accounting - Billing Specialist
Company: Omega Senior Living
Location: Wichita
Posted on: May 27, 2023
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Job Description:
Administration - Billing SpecialistResponsible for collecting,
posting and managing account payments. Responsible for submitting
claims and following up with insurance companies.ESSENTIAL
DUTIESAdheres to the policies, operating procedures, the Mission
and Core Values of Weigand OmegaPrepares and submits clean claims
to various insurance companies either electronically or by
paper.Answers questions from patients, clerical staff and insurance
companies.Identifies and resolves patient billing
complaints.Prepares, reviews and sends patient statements.Evaluates
patient's financial status and establishes budget payment plans.
Follows and reports status of delinquent accounts.Reviews accounts
for possible assignment and makes recommendations to the Billing
Supervisor. Prepares information for the collection agency.Performs
various collection actions including contacting patients by phone,
correcting and resubmitting claims to third party payers.Processes
payments from insurance companies and prepares a daily
deposit.Conducts self in accordance with employee manual.Maintains
strictest confidentiality, adheres to all HIPAA
guidelines/regulations.Will keep certification current and
participate in continuing education to include staff meetings,
in-services and web based trainings.This is an overview of the Job
Description and not a comprehensive list of responsibilities. An
associate shall perform all duties as assigned.EDUCATIONHigh school
diploma or GED required.EXPERIENCEKnowledge of medical
billing/collection practices, computer programs, business office
procedures, basic medical coding and third-party operating
procedures and practices. Ability to operate a computer, basic
office equipment and multi-line telephone system.SPECIFIC
REQUIREMENTSMust be able to read, write, speak, and understand the
English language.Requires attention to detail and the ability to
follow instructions.Must be able to maintain a professional
appearance during their shift.Resident care philosophy with a focus
on providing the highest level of quality service and professional
interaction.Must possess the ability to make independent decisions
when circumstances warrant such action and to remain calm during
emergency situations.Must possess the ability to deal tactfully
with personnel, residents, family members, visitors, and the
general public.Must be knowledgeable of administrative practices,
procedures, and guidelines.Must possess the ability to seek out new
methods and principles and be willing to incorporate them into
existing practices.Must be able to follow written and oral
instructions.Must have a working knowledge of computers,
input/output/retrieval data, etc.Omega Senior Living is an Equal
Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive
consideration for employment without regard to race, color,
religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, national
origin, protected veteran status, disability, or any other basis
protected by federal, state, or local law. Applicants have rights
under Federal Employment Laws .
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