Your Experience Matters Ottumwa Regional Health Center is part of Lifepoint Health, 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.