Billing Clerk

We are seeking a highly skilled Billing Clerk to compile, process, and maintain medical records of hospital and clinic patients in a manner consistent with medical, administrative, ethical, legal, and regulatory requirements of the healthcare system. Classify medical and healthcare concepts, including diagnosis, procedures, medical services, and equipment, into the healthcare industry's numerical coding system.

Essential Job Duties: 

• Contact insured or other involved persons to obtain missing information.
• Process and record new insurance policies and claims.
• Review insurance policy to determine coverage.
• Enter insurance- and claims-related information into database systems.
• Maintain security.
• Prepare official health documents or records.
• Process medical billing information according to clinic policies.
• Keys payment information into EHR.
• Post medical insurance billings.
• Release information to persons or agencies according to regulations.
• Assists with all error resolutions.
• Researching and appealing denied claims.
• Assists with all delinquent claims.
• Checking eligibility and benefits verification.
• Preparing, reviewing, and transmitting claims using billing software, including electronic and paper claim processing.
• Identifying and billing secondary or tertiary insurances.
• Following up on unpaid claims within standard billing cycle timeframe.
• Assists with answering telephone and provides information as requested.
• Participates in educational activities.
• Maintains strict confidentiality.
• Maintain current knowledge in area of expertise.
• Maintains Certification/CEU’s (if applicable).
• Performs related work as required.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Be a positive role model for all health center staff.
• Other duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• None.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities: 

• Analyze Data.
• Documenting/Recording information.
• Medical Software.
• Office Suite Software
• Internet browser software
• Electronic mail software
• Instant messaging software 
• Comprehensive knowledge of all available services provided at Third Street Family Health Services, community resources
• Establishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships
• Manage time and deal with multiple priorities,
• Evaluating information to Determine Compliance with Standards
• Gathering information
• Communicate effectively including via the computer. 
• Making Decisions and Solving Problems
• Organizing, Planning and Prioritizing Work
• Performing Administrative Activities-Performing day-to-day tasks such as maintaining information files and processing paperwork

Third Street is an equal opportunity employer. Our goal is to be a diverse workforce that is representative, at all job levels, of the communities and patients we serve. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law. If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, please direct your inquiries to hr@thirdstreetfamily.org or call 419-522-6191 ext. 2201 for Human Resources.
 

What We Offer: 

Attending to your needs today: 

• Your ideas, input, and contributions are valued and recognized. 
• Excellent clinical, administrative, and management support 
• Forward-thinking, collaborative, transparent, and inclusive company culture 
• Employee Assistance Program 
• Competitive Medical, Dental, and Vision plans 
• Competitive compensation 
• Paid Time Off 
• Wellness Reimbursement Program 
• Tuition assistance 

Protecting your future: 

• Medical, dental and vision insurance  
• Employer contribution to a health savings account 
• 403(b) retirement plan with match 
• Employer-paid life insurance 
• Employer-paid long-term disability 

Qualifications: 

• High School Diploma Preferred or GED preferred 

About Us: 

Third Street is a patient-centered medical home driving change in the community. We adapt to the needs of those we serve while building services to fill gaps in care to invest in a healthier future for all. At Third Street, we provide high-quality care through the continual learning of our employees and by building a diverse team. We value our employees, communicate our expectations, and train our team on best practices. 

Organizational Information: 

• Established in 1994, Third Street Family Health Services is a regional not-for-profit community health center providing medical, dental, OB/GYN, pediatric, community outreach, and behavioral health services across eleven locations in Richland, Marion, Ashland, and Crawford counties. Our mission is to deliver comprehensive health and wellness care, accessible to all in the communities we serve. We believe that the health status of our community can be improved by providing accessible and affordable health care, advocacy, and community health initiatives. 
• We provide patient-centered care and provide our services with respect, integrity, and accountability top of mind. For more information, visit tsfhs.org or find them on Facebook or Twitter. 

Mission: 

To deliver comprehensive health and wellness care, accessible to all in the communities we serve.