Job Description
Market Range: 05
Hiring Salary: $19.10/Hourly
THIS POSITION IS LOCATED IN KNOXVILLE, TN
Under the direction of an assigned supervisor, the Medical Administrative Specialist 2 provides billing support to the UT Internal Medicine & OB/GYN Resident Clinic. This position handles accounts receivable matters such as coding, billing, financial counseling, charges and payments, follow-up on claim denials, care reporting, proper code selection, etc.
- Inputs entries of related charges for Internal Medicine and Obstetrics and Gynecology (OB/GYN).
- Ensures information is in accordance with billing methods as set forth by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) and the College of Medicine (COM).
- Enters payments and conducts electronic posting of payments through Centricity Practice Solution: Practice Management (CPS PM) billing module.
- Evaluates the International Classification of Disease (ICD 10) and Current Procedural Terminology (CPT) coding prior to billing and receive clarity from physicians, when necessary.
- Completes outstanding accounts receivables by inquiring on claims denials and insurance matters.
- Ensures the accuracy of weekly deposits.
- Assesses Episodes of Care for errors and omissions.
- Performs other related duties as assigned.
EDUCATION: High School Diploma or GED. (TRANSCRIPT REQUIRED)
EXPERIENCE: Two (2) years of billing experience; OR Associate’s Degree and one (1) year of experience. Knowledge of Episodes of Care and Quality is required. (Certified coding experience preferred).
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:
- Knowledge of medical terminology.
- Ability to learn Powerchart and Intergy EMR systems.
- Ability to prioritize and work with minimal supervision.
- Ability to maintain a keen attention to detail, proficiency with word processing programs, calculator, and hospital based EMR.
- Proficient skills in ICD10 and CPT coding.
- Basic skills in computer data entry.
- Excellent telephone skills.
