LifeLine Ambulance Illinois -
Ambulance Billing Specialist
Job Title: Ambulance Billing Specialist
Location: Skokie, Illinois/Hybrid/Remote
Company: LifeLine Ambulance Illinois
Company Slogan: Driven By Care
About the Role:
LifeLine Ambulance Illinois is seeking an experienced Ambulance Billing Specialist to join our team in Skokie, Illinois. As a key member of our revenue cycle team, you will play a vital role in ensuring accurate and timely insurance verification, prior authorization, and medical necessity review for our non-emergency medical transports (NEMT) and facility-to-facility transfers.
Responsibilities:
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Perform comprehensive insurance verification to confirm active coverage and benefits
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Initiate and track prior authorization requests through various payer portals
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Verify patient insurance eligibility and ensure all documentation meets medical necessity and regulatory standards
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Submit and track authorization requests for NEMT and facility-to-facility transfers via insurance portals, fax, or phone
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Analyze patient care reports and Physician Certification Statements (PCS) to ensure they meet specific payer criteria for the requested level of transport
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Manage and maintain accurate digital and physical documentation, including scanning medical records, managing digital attachments, and uploading files into the billing system
Requirements:
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1-2 years of experience in revenue cycle, with previous experience in EMS billing highly preferred
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Technical knowledge of CPT, ICD-10, and HCPCS coding, along with a deep understanding of government and commercial payer regulations
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Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel) and strong typing skills
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High school diploma or equivalent required
Core Competencies:
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Time Management: capable of handling high-volume requests with tight deadlines
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Detail Oriented: high level of accuracy in verifying policy numbers and effective dates to prevent downstream denials
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Communication: proven ability to maintain professional composure and high productivity during extended insurance hold times, utilizing verbal de-escalation and persuasive communication to resolve claim denials efficiently
What We Offer:
A dynamic and supportive work environment with a growing company, competitive hourly rate of $19-$23, and opportunities for career advancement.
How to Apply:
If you are a motivated and detail-oriented individual with a passion for ambulance billing, please apply to this exciting opportunity to join our team at LifeLine Ambulance Illinois.
Apply now to take your career to the next level!
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