Hospice Room and Board Biller

Nursing Home Billing SpecialistUnder direct supervision, performs all billing and collection functions for nursing home pass through room and board billing. Performs Medicaid eligibility, comprehensive review of patients residing in nursing facilities related to room and board billing. Provides excellent customer service and collaboration with our nursing home partners.

Performs all inpatient unit room and board billing. Performs eligibility of all payers as coverage in the department as necessary.EducationHigh School or GED equivalent.ExperienceThree years' medical billing, collection and account resolution experience. Previous nursing home room and board billing desiredKnowledge, Skills and AbilitiesThorough knowledge and understanding of medical billing, insurance and private pay.Strong knowledge of all medical billing requirements for Medicare, CareFirst, Medical Assistance, Commercial insurance, and HMO carriersStrong collection skills, including claims follow-up and revenue cycle practices.Builds a good rapport with nursing facilities.Ability to multi-task, set priorities, and manage time effectively.Exemplary computer skills, including EMR knowledge and Microsoft Office including excel.Attention to detail and strong math skills.Skill in data analysis and interpretation Strong interpersonal skillsPhysical RequirementsAbility to sit, concentrate and pay close attention to detailWorking ConditionsNormal office environment with little exposure to excessive noise, dust, temperatures and the likePrincipal Duties and ResponsibilitiesManages assigned nursing home's claims processing functions, from eligibility through claim resolution, including adjusting claims.Manages large account spreadsheets, communicates with nursing home partners.Performs all inpatient room and board billing.Collaborate with business development managers ongoing.Balancing claims to ensure payments from Medicaid are appropriateEnsures all payments to nursing facilities are valid.Manages assigned Epic work queues daily to ensure accurate billing and expedient claims follow-up.Process any late charge claims, claims resubmission and/or claim corrections to payors.Submit all claim files to Medicaid and other payers.

Including but not limited to file transfer of payment files.Responds to patient and third party payor inquiries regarding patient accounts via e-mail, telephone, mail, and in person.Troubleshoot any claim discrepancies to resolution.GBMC ValuesRespectTreats others with fairness, kindness, and respect for personal dignity and privacyListens and responds appropriately to others' needs, feelings, and capabilitiesExcellenceMeets and/or exceeds customer expectationsActively pursues learning and self-developmentPays attention to detail; follows throughAccountabilitySets a positive, professional example for othersTakes ownership of problems and does what is needed to solve themAppropriately plans and utilizes required resources for various job dutiesReports to work regularly and on timeTeamworkWorks cooperatively and collaboratively with others for the success of the teamAddresses and resolves conflict in a positive waySeeks out the ideas of others to reach the best solutionsAcknowledges and celebrates the contribution of othersEthical BehaviorDemonstrates honesty, integrity and good judgmentRespects the cultural, psychosocial, and spiritual needs of patients/families/coworkersResultsEmbraces change and improvement in the work environmentContinuously seeks to improve the quality of products/servicesDisplays flexibility in dealing with new situations or obstaclesAchieves results on time by focusing on priorities and manages time efficientlyPay Range$19.92 - $29.87Final salary offer will be based on the candidate's qualifications, education, experience and alignment with our organizational needs.Equal Employment OpportunityGBMC HealthCare and its affiliates are Equal Opportunity employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, national origin, mental or physical disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.