Revenue Cycle Medical Billing Government and Workers' Comp Appeal Prep in West Plains, MO

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Revenue Cycle Medical Billing Government and Workers’ Compensation – Appeal Prep

Location: Remote or On-Site, United States

Hourly Compensation: $17.50

(this position is bonus eligible)

Work Schedule: Full-Time

JOB SUMMARY

The Government and Workers’ Compensation Appeal Prep representative is responsible for gathering and preparing appeal documentation and payor specific forms for the appeal writer to utilize. This position is also responsible for submission of written appeals via payor portal, fax, or email.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS/DUTIES

• Evaluates available documentation and follows up on any requests needed for facility records.
• Prepares appeal packet for submission to the appeal writer.
• Conducts online and phone follow-up on any information needed for appeal.
• Maintains a working knowledge of billing regulations and follow-up collection trends with a diverse group of national payors.
• Communicates clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.

QUALIFICATIONS

Required Experience 

• Minimum three (3) years’ of experience in healthcare/revenue cycle billing environment
• Above average knowledge of various Government and Workers’ Compensation payor billing guidelines
• Ability to interpret remittance advices
• Experience with post billing for all Government and Workers’ Compensation payors
• Minimum of one (1) year in a call center environment
• Proficient in Word, Excel, Office 365
• Must be fluent in English
• Ability to work independently or as an active member of a team
• Must possess empathic and professional written and verbal communication skills
• Knowledge and experience of computers and related technology, at an intermediate level
• Organized to include good time management skills

Preferred Experience 

• Ability to define and identify problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions
• Ability to respond to inquiries or complaints from customers in a positive and productive manner
• Ability to calculate numbers, correct entries, and post to records
• Ability to gather data, compile information, and prepare reports
• Ability to use independent judgment and to manage and impart confidential information

Education

• High school diploma
• GED
• Or significant, relevant work experience

Skills

• Knowledge of health care billing procedures, reimbursement, third party payor regulations, documentation, and standards
• Knowledge of health care billing compliance regulations
• Knowledge and understanding of payor Explanation of Benefits (EOB)
• Requires strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and ability to make timely decisions
• Intermediate computer skills and familiarity with Microsoft Office, especially Excel
• Ability to drive results, review/improve processes, and manage change
• Excellent internal and external customer service skills
• Responsiveness and a strong commitment to meeting internal and external deadlines with limited supervision
• Strong written and verbal communication skills and interpersonal skills
• Strong quantitative, analytical, and problem-solving skill

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EEO Statement

Global Medical Response and its family of companies are an Equal Opportunity Employer, which includes supporting veterans and providing reasonable accommodations for individuals with a disability.

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