Billing Representative I (Authorizations) – Central Billing Office *Onsite – Boynton Beach, FL*

Position Summary:
We have an exciting opportunity to join our team as a Billing Representative I. 

Under general direction submits claims Follows up on unpaid balances insurance or patient corrects errors enters claim information submits authorization/precertification requests with insurance companies follows up on denied claims and/or authorizations, and submits appeals as necessary.

Job Responsibilities:

• Perform billing tasks assigned by management which may include data entry claim review charge review accounts receivable follow or other related responsibilities
• Cross-cover other areas in the office as assigned by management including Accounts Receivable/Denials Customer Service or Authorizations
• Make appropriate corrections to the system to satisfy/edit payer requirements and re-submit claims as needed
• Appeal complex denials through review of payer policies coding contracts and medical records Utilize subject matter experts as needed
• Assist department supervisor on special projects and staff training
• Responsible for assisting the professional billing staff within the CBO with difficult and escalated issues
• Participate in workgroups and meetings Attend all required training classes Escalate issues to management as needed Maintain confidentiality Read and apply policies and procedures to make appropriate decisions Coordinate functions and work cooperatively with others Explain processes and procedures to others; perform other related duties as assigned
• Work following operational policies and procedures and regulatory requirements
• Communicate with providers patients coders or other responsible persons to ensure that claims are correctly processed by third-party payers
• Adhere to general practices and FGP guidelines on compliance issues and patient confidentiality
• Review reports to identify revenue opportunities and unpaid claims
• Utilize CBO Pathways as a guide for determining actions needed to resolve unpaid or incorrectly paid claims and/or for authorizing procedures in assigned work queue s using payer websites billing system information and training within the expected timeframe
• Follow workflows provided in training classes and request additional training as needed
• Identify payer-provider credentialing and/or coding issues and address them with management
• Perform daily tasks in assigned work queues and according to manager assignments
• Provide input on system edit processes policies and billing procedures to ensure the maximization of revenues

Minimum Qualifications:
To qualify you must have a High School Diploma or GED Experience in medical billing accounts receivable insurance or related duties; Knowledge of CPT and ICD10; medical billing software; English usage grammar and spelling; basic math.

Qualified candidates must be able to effectively communicate with all levels of the organization.

NYU Langone Florida is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer committed to diversity and inclusion in all aspects of recruiting and employment. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration without regard to race, color, gender, gender identity or expression, sex, sexual orientation, transgender status, gender dysphoria, national origin, age, religion, disability, military and veteran status, marital or parental status, citizenship status, genetic information or any other factor which cannot lawfully be used as a basis for an employment decision. We require applications to be completed online.

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