Billing Specialist

Job Title: Billing Specialist Duration: 03-06+ Months + High possibility of extension Location: Rancho Mirage, CA 92270 Job Description: Demonstrates compliance with Code of Conduct and compliance policies, and takes action to resolve compliance questions or concerns and report suspected violations. Reviews assigned charge capture work queue daily including but not limited to: Filtering on priority based on high dollar and date of service Matching E & M services to procedures Validation of Bill area, Service provider and billing provider Validation of New verses established patient Validation of NDC numbers, proper quantity and administration code Updates or validates date of injury as indicated. Reviews documentation to ensure charge opportunities have not been missed. Enters comment as indicated on each encounter touched. Defers any encounter with a comment that requires coder or management review. Updates insurance as indicated including running a current verification. Maintains productivity standards per departmental policy. Maintains encounter turnaround time to at or below three days . Identifies and reports any system issues or provider trends affecting the charge capture process. Attends coder continuing education and departmental meetings as instructed. Enters and reconciles any manual batches as assigned. Demonstrates team support by completing training in other positions and assisting as needed. Performs other duties as assigned. Skills: 1 to 3 years in a clinic or hospital environment Preferred: 3 to 5 years of medical billing experience with extensive knowledge in Physician and clinical based billing; Licensure/Certification Non APC coding certificate Education: Required: High School diploma or GED Preferred: Degree or some college