JOB TITLE: Medical Billing and Coding Specialist JOB SUMMARY: Transitional Counseling Services is seeking a Medical Billing and Coding Specialist. The ideal candidate will have the ability to work independently, have a positive attitude and will be career minded. The Specialist will be responsible for invoicing and communicating with insurance companies, making payment arrangements; collecting accounts, monitoring and pursuing delinquent accounts, verify/pre-certify patients and support management. ABILITIES · Collect payments from patients and insurance, sending patient statements and follow up on posting private and insurance payments, pursue further collections of AR · Timely follow up on denials and rejections from insurance companies and filing appeals · Communicate with clinicians and other health care professionals with regards to coding documentation requirements, denials and filing appeals · Ensure billing is up to date and in accordance with government and insurance regulations · Obtaining preauthorization of services and procedures as required ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: · Associate degree in Medical Coding & Billing or successful completion of a certification program preferred · Minimum of 1 years of related experience · Strong Knowledge Medical Terminology (ICD-10/CPT) · Advanced EMR knowledge · Advanced Knowledge of Microsoft Office and Microsoft Excel · Compute proficiency and the ability to learn programs as required · Registering the patient and verifying their insurance coverage. · Collecting the information required to create a claim. · Working directly with the insurance company, healthcare provider, and patient to get a claim processed and paid. · Reviewing and appealing unpaid and denied claims. · Timely follow-up on insurance claim denials, exceptions or exclusions. · Reading and interpreting insurance Explanation of Benefits. · Managing the facility’s Accounts Receivable reports. · Answering patients’ billing questions. REQUIRED SKILLS: · Professionalism and integrity in all aspects of the job, including image and both verbal and written communication skills · Ability to manage relationships with various Insurance payers. · Self-Disciplined. · Attention to Detail. · Responsible use of confidential information. · Perform to company standards of compliance with policies and procedures. · Ability to multi-task and work courteously and respectfully with fellow employees, clients and patients. · Phone Etiquette · Professional · Email Etiquette · Punctuality · Reliable Transportation · Excellent Positive Attitude and Customer Service Skills · Strong Reporting Skills · Strong Organization, Planning and Analytical Skills · Perform additional duties as requested by Supervisor. Schedule: Monday to Friday Experience: Medical Coding: 1 years (Preferred) License: Medical Coding Certification (Preferred) Work Location: Livonia, MI Job Type: Contractual Pay: Starting at $15.00 to $18.00 per hour with annual raise, depending on qualifications and experience. REQUIRED EDUCATION High School diploma or equivalent. Prefer Associates degree in Medical Billing and Coding or Accounting; however, two years of experience in lieu of education may also be considered. RHIT (Registered Health Information Tech) preferred. Job Type: Independent Contract Job Type: Contract Pay: $15.00 - $19.00 per hour Schedule: Monday to Friday Work Location: In person