Medical Billing Office Assistant
Dent Neurologic Group LLP
Summary
Under direct supervision, is responsible for administrative tasks to assist the Billing Office such as organizing lockbox information, mail duties, printing and mailing paper claims and ordering supplies. Will also be cross trained for daily cash management reconciliation and duties associated with billing medical claims which could include charge entry and payment posting as time permits.
Job description
Position Summary
Under direct supervision, is responsible for administrative tasks to assist the Billing Office such as organizing lockbox information, mail duties, printing and mailing paper claims and ordering supplies. Will also be cross trained for daily cash management reconciliation and duties associated with billing medical claims which could include charge entry and payment posting as time permits.
Responsibilities of Position
- Responsible for collecting, organizing and distributing mail daily
- Preparing mail to be sent to PO BOX; processes mail returns
- Saves lockboxes and EFTs daily from bank websites to support the Payment posting team
- Assists with data conversion/date entry projects
- Orders and organizes supplies for the department; communicates any facilities issues with the facilities team
- Backup for daily Cash Management duties and cross train with charge entry/payment posting as position grows & time permits
- Printing of paper claims, attaching EOBs when necessary and mailing to insurance companies
- Other projects as deemed necessary
Skills & Experience Necessary
- Knowledge of medical terminology and insurance plans/contracts
- Excellent PC skills and good working knowledge of MS Word and Excel
- Knowledge of basic accounting and strong math/problem solving skills
- Attention to detail and problem solving ability
- Excellent organization and communication skills
- Successful candidate will be a self-motivated individual
Required Education
High School Diploma; 2-4 years of related working experience
Preferred Education & Experience
Associate's Degree in Healthcare or Business Major; 1-2 years of related experience
Requirements
- Knowledge of medical terminology and insurance plans/contracts
- Excellent PC skills and good working knowledge of MS Word and Excel
- Knowledge of basic accounting and strong math/problem solving skills
- Attention to detail and problem solving ability
- Excellent organization and communication skills
- Self-motivated individual
- High School Diploma
- 2-4 years of related working experience
Benefits
- Medical, Dental & Vision Plans
- Life Insurance
- 401(k) Retirement Plan
- Critical Illness, Accident & Legal Plans
- Wellness Program
- Learning & Development Opportunities
- Paid Time Off
- Paid Holidays
- Free Onsite Parking
- Work-Life Balance
Company overview
DENT Neurologic Institute, operating as Dent Neurologic Group LLP, is the largest outpatient neurology practice in the United States, founded in 1963 and headquartered in Amherst, New York. With over 100 providers across 26 sub-specialty clinics in three convenient locations, the organization treats nearly 1,300 patients daily, amounting to over 330,000 patients annually. The practice specializes in comprehensive neurological care, offering services across multiple specialty centers including Memory Disorder Center, Movement Disorder Center, Multiple Sclerosis & Neuroimmunology Center, Stroke Center, Epilepsy Center, Headache Center, and Behavioral Health services. DENT maintains a strong commitment to clinical research, overseeing more than 100 ongoing clinical trials that surpass most major hospitals in the Western New York region. The organization's philosophy centers on providing compassionate patient care with the same respect for human dignity and kindness that they would seek for their own families. With a team of 201-500 employees, DENT combines advanced neurodiagnostics, state-of-the-art technology, and valuable partnerships with specialized clinicians to deliver exceptional neurological care to the Western New York community and beyond.