Office-Clerical Support - Federal Way, WA - Full TimeSea Mar Community Health Centers, a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) founded in 1978, is a community-based organization committed to providing quality, comprehensive health, human, housing, educational and cultural services to diverse communities, specializing in service to Latinos in Washington State. Sea Mar proudly serves all persons without regard to race, ethnicity, immigration status, gender, or sexual orientation, and regardless of ability to pay for services. Sea Mar's network of services includes more than 90 medical, dental, and behavioral health clinics and a wide variety of nutritional, social, and educational services. We are recruiting for the following position(s):Billing Specialist I, II or III - Posting #26048Hourly Rate: $20.00 - $21.75Position Summary:Full-time Billing Specialist available immediately for our Federal Way Billing Department. Main responsibilities include ensuring accurate and timely processing of all third party insurance, Medicaid, Medicare, Private Pay, and special programs. This position will require that candidates take a billing test to determine their level of expertise and corresponding pay based on the test score.This position requires a comprehensive understanding of accounts receivable management in a healthcare setting, strong working knowledge of managed care plans, insurance carriers, referrals, and pre-certification procedures. A strong working knowledge of CPT, ICD-9, ICD-10, HCPCS, modifiers, coding and documentation guidelines is also required. Strong customer service, organizational, and communication skills are essential. Additionally, strict adherence to write-off policies, refund policies, and other accounts receivable policies as outlined in the Procedure Manual is required. This position requires the ability to prioritize multiple tasks simultaneously in an occasionally stressful environment. General computer skills, typing skills, and a working knowledge of Medicare Compliance, OSHA, and HIPAA are also necessary.Responsibilities include:
- Posting payments, adjustments, processing denials, bi-monthly re-bills, following up with insurance companies on accounts not paid, and collections of private past-due accounts.Qualifications:
- Experience with ICD-10, CPT, and CDT coding, both dental and medical terminology preferred.
- Proficient in Excel, Word, and Ten-key by touch.
- Healthcare billing experience required.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills are a must.
- Excellent customer service required; must be able to resolve client billing problems in a timely manner.
- Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
- Bilingual English/Spanish a plus.What We Offer:Sea Mar offers talented and motivated people the opportunity to work in a dynamic and growing community health organization. Working at Sea Mar Community Health Centers is more than just a job; it's a fulfilling career with opportunities for advancement. The fringe benefits surpass most companies. For example, full-time employees working 30 hours or more receive an excellent benefit package of:
- Medical
- Vision
- Prescription coverage
- Life Insurance
- Long Term Disability
- EAP (Employee Assistance Program)
- Paid-time-off starting at 24 days per year + 10 paid Holidays.We also offer 401(k)/Retirement options and an exciting opportunity to work in a culturally diverse environment.How to Apply:To apply for this position, complete the online application and click SUBMIT or APPLY NOW. If you have any questions regarding the position, email Aaron Palmer, Billing Director, at .Sea Mar is an Equal Opportunity EmployerPosted on 01/30/2024External candidates may apply after 02/02/2024This position is represented by Office and Professional Employees International Union (OPEIU).Please visit our website to learn more about us at . You may also apply through our Career page at . #J-18808-Ljbffr