Clinic Insurance Billing Clerk
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Job Type Full-timeDescriptionScott County Hospital is dedicated to caring for all that seek our service in a competent, compassionate and professional manner. We are committed to continually striving to improve the quality of the services we provide to our patients, community and fellow associates. The Insurance Billing Clerk will be responsible for performing any and all business functions that lend themselves to the creation, submission and reimbursement of insurance claims. Insurance Billing Clerk Essential Functions:1. File, submit and correct insurance claims. 2. Post any and all charges, payments, denials and adjustments in our EMR.3. Correct and resubmit any denied claim that can be corrected. 4. Answer and resolve any insurance correspondence regarding a claim, immediately after that correspondence is received. 5. Work activity reports to follow-up on all claims that have been billed but not paid. 6. Answer patients' billing questions regarding claims, claim payments, or account balances. 7. Perform any and all functions not included in this list that are instrumental in creation, submission and reimbursement of insurance claims. RequirementsAdditional Responsibilities:

Notifies the Clinic Billing Manager of any problem claims, unusual claim payments or adjustments.

Associate will fill-in as a Clinic Receptionist as needed - while acting as a Clinic Receptionist, the associate will perform all essential functions of that position.

Attends in-services and department meetings as required by SCH and management.

Maintains patient confidentiality.

Follows all Clinic policies and procedures.

All individuals in this department are expected to treat patients under the direction of the physicians and in compliance with the wishes of the patient/customer and family members as long as it does not conflict with the physician's orders and is in the best interest of the patient/customer- at no time should the personal interests and beliefs of a staff member interfere with the treatment and care a patient/customer receives.

Assumes other duties as requested by Management.

Education, Qualifications, Experience:High School diploma or GEDRural Health Clinic billing experience preferredPersonal Characteristics: Friendly, compassionate, high-energy, time-oriented, well-organized, able to do multifaceted tasks, neat in appearance, excellent communication skills, independent and has a vision to see what needs to be done.Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: ICD-10 coding, CPT- 4 coding, able to use medical software & charge master, referral base for each medical staff personnel, scheduling practices for all medical staff, balancing of cash drawer, data entry.Equipment: Computer, telephone (switchboard), paper shredder, postage machine, typewriter, calculator, printers, copiers, fax machine. Expectation of Service: This is a non-exempt 40 hour per week position. Regular and punctual attendance is required.**Overtime may occasionally be required in order to complete assignments that are given by the Clinic Billing Manager. Physical Requirements: This position requires continual sitting and typing at a computer terminal, answering phone calls, some walking, twisting, bending, stooping, and lifting of up to 25 pounds. Scott County Hospital is committed to providing associates with a benefits program that is both comprehensive and competitive. Our program offers a broad range of plan options to meet the needs of our diverse workforce. Below is a list of benefits that are offered as part of our program.Medical, Prescription & Dental InsuranceGroup Term Life, AD&D & Voluntary LifeGroup Long Term Disability401(k) Profit Sharing PlanPaid Time Off & Extended Illness LeaveFlexible Spending AccountsAFLAC Supplemental InsuranceVision Care DirectHigh Speed Internet Corporate DiscountFitness Center DiscountHorizon Health Durable Medical Supply Store Discount