Billing Specialist - Hospital Billing

About This Role

This billing specialist role focuses on hospital accounts, ensuring the efficient and orderly resolution of all patient accounts. The specialist ensures accurate and complete payment by insurance companies and patients, as well as accurate account adjustments pursuant to the Health System's policy, while maintaining consistent professional conduct.

Responsibilities

• Bill patient accounts, timely and accurate
• Enter accurate billing information and prepare accurate paper or electronic claims
• Correct claims and determine billing status
• Perform timely follow-up of patient accounts
• Prepare accurate reports of billing activity
• Contact insurance carriers to expedite accurate payment of claims
• Review remittances to ensure proper and accurate payments
• Balance cash / checks
• Review and resolve credit balance accounts
• Complete applications for applicable Health Systems charity care programs
• Perform other duties as requested

Requirements

• Read, write, and follow verbal or written directions
• Analytical ability to detect and resolve problems
• Interpersonal / Communication skills in difficult situations
• Nine months experience in healthcare billing collections field
• Ability to operate various office machines including a personal computer, fax, copier, etc.
• Specific annual education related to specialty certifications and standards may be required, as LMH is accredited by DNV and TJC

About the Company

Licking Memorial Health Systems (LMHS) is a leading, non-profit healthcare organization dedicated to improving the health and well-being of its community. With a history dating back to 1898, LMHS provides a comprehensive spectrum of patient care services, from emergency medicine to home healthcare, with a unique range of specialized medical services, including cancer, heart health, maternity, and mental wellness.