Your experience matters
Ottumwa Regional Health Center is part of Lifepoint Health
[https://lifepointhealth.net/locations], a diversified healthcare delivery
network with facilities coast to coast. We are driven by a profound commitment
to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. As
a Billing Coordinator joining our team, you’re embracing a vital mission
dedicated to making communities healthier ®. Join us on this meaningful journey
where your skills, compassion and dedication will make a remarkable difference
in the lives of those we serve.
Why join us
Fundamental to providing great care is supporting and rewarding our team. In
addition to your base compensation, this position also offers:
Health (Medical, Dental, Vision) and 401K Benefits for full-time employees
Competitive Paid Time Off
Employee Assistance Program – mental, physical, and financial wellness
assistance
Tuition Reimbursement/Assistance for qualified applicants
And much more...
What we’re looking for
The Billing Coordinator coordinates daily billing and electronic posting
functions. This role will transition into a remote position.
How you’ll contribute
A Billing Coordinator who excels in this role:
Coordinate Central Billing Office activities related to ensuring the
collection of funds for all billable services so that goals are met in Bad
Debts, AR Days and Cash collections
Submission of electronic and paper claims (qOD), processing Patient
Statements (qW), posting of electronic payments (within 72 hrs of receipt)
are the main activities within this coordination responsibility
Verify all claims are submitted timely and accurately
Demonstrate understanding of CPT, ICD-9, ICD-10, and HCPCS coding for all
practice specialties
Verify and communicate eligibility, benefits, and patient responsibilities
for any assigned accounts
Perform special projects related to billing and collection efforts
Assist with posting charges, payments, and adjustments to accounts with a
high degree of accuracy
Understanding of federal compliance issues related to billing and collections
Keep supply expenses at or below those budgeted
Develop a relationship with third party payers and vendors to ensure cash
flow is maximized
Requirements and Qualifications:
Education: High school diploma or equivalent required, Associate’s degree or
higher preferred
Minimum of one year working in insurance and collecting unpaid accounts
Knowledge of Microsoft Office software, specifically MS Word and MS Excel
Certifications:
CPC or equivalent coding/billing credential required, and medical
terminology desired
Central Billing Office proficiency test completion preferred
Certified Professional Biller certification required
Schedule: Monday - Friday 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
EEOC Statement
Ottumwa Regional Health Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Ottumwa
Regional Health Center is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all
applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting
discrimination and harassment in employment.”
Lifepoint Health is a leader in community-based care and driven by a mission of
Making Communities Healthier. Our diversified healthcare delivery network spans
29 states and includes 63 community hospital campuses, 32 rehabilitation and
behavioral health hospitals, and more than 170 additional sites of care across
the healthcare continuum, such as acute rehabilitation units, outpatient centers
and post-acute care facilities. We believe that success is achieved through
talented people. We want to create places where employees want to work, with
opportunities to pursue meaningful and satisfying careers that truly make a
difference in communities across the country.
We employ and provide care to people from all walks of life. We are committed to
promoting healing, providing hope, preserving dignity and producing value with
an inclusive workforce in which diversity is leveraged, respected, and
reflective of the patients, family members, customers and team members we serve.