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Crossroads Hospice & Palliative Care Hospice Billing Coordinator in Green, Ohio
At Crossroads Hospice & Palliative Care, the supporting roles of our office teams go beyond paperwork and administrative tasks. All of our teams are integral parts of the compassionate care provided to our patients and their families. While our caregivers offer invaluable medical support, our contribution is to ensure every aspect of our patient's needs is heard and met. Our relationships are built on trust, serving as the linchpin of communication among our interdisciplinary teams.
We believe that end-of-life care should never feel transactional, regardless of economic factors. Every person we care for deserves to be treated with dignity, compassion, and respect, no matter the circumstances. Together, we strive to make each moment count, providing comfort and meaning not just to the patients but also to their loved ones who will cherish these memories forever.
Consider joining us on this journey where your dedication to exceptional work can truly make a difference in the lives of those we serve. Together, we can create lasting impacts that transcend medical treatment.
Billing Coordinator Responsibilities:
Obtain referrals and pre-authorizations as required for procedures
Check eligibility and benefit verification
Review patient bills for accuracy and completeness and obtain any missing information
Prepare, review, and transmit claims using billing software, including electronic and paper claim processing
Knowledge of insurance guidelines, including HMO/PPO, Medicare, and state Medicaid
Follow up on unpaid claims within standard billing cycle timeframe
Check each insurance payment for accuracy and compliance with contract discount
Call insurance companies regarding any discrepancy in payments if necessary
Identify and bill secondary or tertiary insurances
All accounts are to be reviewed for insurance or patient follow-up
Research and appeal denied claims
Answer all patient or insurance telephone inquiries pertaining to assigned accounts
Set up patient payment plans and work collection accounts
Update billing software with rate changes
Billing Coordinator Qualifications:
High school diploma
Knowledge of business and accounting processes usually obtained from an Associate Degree, with a degree in Business Administration, Accounting, or Health Care Administration preferred
Minimum of 1 to 3 years of experience in a medical office setting
Knowledge of HMO/PPO, Medicare, Medicaid, and other payer requirements and systems
Knowledge of accounting and bookkeeping procedures
Knowledge of medical terminology likely to be encountered in medical claims
Customer service skills for interacting with patients regarding medical claims and payments, including communicating with patients and family members of diverse ages and backgrounds
Problem-solving skills to research and resolve discrepancies, denials, appeals, collections
Billing Coordinator Schedule & Benefits:
Monday to Friday 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM
Be part of a team willing to grow, listen, be heard, and be challenged.
Health, Dental, Vision, 401k, PTO
Continuing education reimbursement for full-time employees.
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