Medical Billing Supervisor jobs in Yakima, WA

About us

We are a privately owned medical clinic proudly serving our community for over 20 years. Our establishment strives for providing excellent centralized primary care medical services using our positive relationships with specialists, imaging services, and hospitals.

Working with Us

Working with us means you are providing medical care to the underserved public of Yakima. Our team is inspired to meet and exceed the needs of our community during these uncertain times. Our facility is built on traditional family values and we strive to provide a welcoming and supportive work environment that values the personal lives of our employees. Together we can make a positive impact on individuals health care needs in the valley which enriches overall quality of life.

Our work environment includes:

• Modern office setting
• Food provided

Job Overview:

A Medical Billing Specialist plays a crucial role in the healthcare industry by ensuring that medical services are accurately billed and reimbursed. Their primary responsibility is to manage the financial aspect of patient care, ensuring that healthcare providers receive proper compensation for their services. If you have these skills we would love to hear from you!

Responsibilities:

• Create and submit medical claims to insurance companies or government programs for reimbursement.
• Assign ICD-9, ICD-10, and other relevant codes to diagnoses and procedures
• Ensure that claims are accurately coded using the appropriate medical coding systems (such as CPT, ICD-10, and HCPCS)
• Confirm and update patient demographics, insurance information, and other relevant details to facilitate accurate billing.
• Follow up on unpaid or denied claims and resolve any billing discrepancies
• Verify patients' insurance coverage and eligibility to determine the extent of coverage for specific medical services.
• Address billing inquiries from patients, insurance companies, or internal staff regarding claim status, discrepancies, or payment issues.
• Monitor and follow up on unpaid or rejected claims to resolve issues and ensure timely reimbursement.
• Record and reconcile payments received from insurance companies, patients, or other third-party payers.
• Generate and analyze reports related to billing activities, claim status, and reimbursement trends.
• Stay updated on changes in coding guidelines, regulations, and insurance policies

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent required; associate's degree in medical billing or related field preferred
• Certified Professional Coder (CPC) certification strongly preferred
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in medical coding and billing
• Knowledge of medical office procedures and insurance claim processing

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $19.00 - $23.00 per hour

Expected hours: 35 – 40 per week

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Life insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday
• No nights
• No weekends

Work setting:

• Private practice

Ability to Relocate:

• Yakima, WA 98902: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person