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Job Description
Medical Billing Associate
Lubbock
39791BR
Position Description
Employees in this position are responsible for the maintenance of patient billing accounts and performing numerous related functions to accomplish this task; such as, patient registration, insurance follow-up, financial screening of unfunded patients, answering patient billing inquiries, collection of unpaid balances and posting of payments in the Regional Campus Business Office.
Major/Essential Functions- Supports the Philosophy of Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center Values Based Performance
- Supports the Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center SON Larry Combest Community Health & Wellness Center Mission, Vision, & Values
- Follow up for Medicare, Medicaid, and Insurance and private pay accounts. Refile and/or appeal claims as needed to keep the days in A/R down
- Work electronic claim rejections within the Electronic Task Management (ETM) system and refile claims to carrier
- Work with patients regarding balance inquiry, reviewing statements, and payments
- Work closely with Front Desk Supervisor and Unit Manager to correct demographic, guarantor,
and insurance issues within the Practice Management System - Post patient payments and make adjustments as needed to accounts to reflect accurate balance
- Know State and Federal billing regulations for both FQHC and non-FQHC services provided by the clinic
- Working knowledge of referrals for Diabetes Education, OB services, and other new practice programs
- File secondary claims as appropriate to complete the billing cycle for patient accounts. Move balances to patient responsibility as appropriate
- Work Enterprise Task Management (ETM) work files weekly to maintain steady reimbursement for all clinic sites
- Communicate with Unit Manager regarding issues with managed care companies or system issues in order to resolve concerns
- Scan approved batches into the corresponding buckets within the system
Required Qualifications
A minimum of a high school diploma or equivalent. Two years of medical or general office experience OR Completion of related education or training and one year of experience.
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All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information or status as a protected veteran.
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ABOUT THE COMPANY
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Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center
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Nationally recognized for innovative programs, academic achievement, cutting-edge research and exceptional patient care, Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center aims to promote a greater health environment for West Texas and beyond. While our flagship campus resides proudly in Lubbock, Texas, TTUHSC operates five schools with campuses in Abilene, Amarillo, Dallas/Fort Worth, Lubbock and the Permian Basin (Midland & Odessa).
Like Texas itself, we are an independent and proud institution that is part of a larger union, the Texas Tech University System. As a university separate from Texas Tech University, we have been entrusted with a singular charge: to teach the next generation of doctors, nurses, pharmacists, researchers and health care professionals while simultaneously providing the people of West Texas with world-class patient care. We are both an institution of higher learning and a place where real people come for life-saving medical care.
Our Mission
As a comprehensive health sciences center, our mission is to enrich the lives of others by educating students to become collaborative health care professionals, providing excellent patient care, and advancing knowledge through innovative research.
Our Values & Culture
Through our values-based culture, TTUHSC is committed to cultivating an exceptional workplace community with a positive culture that puts people first. Our five values guide our actions and principles: Beyond Service, Kindhearted, Integrity, One Team, and Visionary.
Compensation & Benefits
We are proud to offer many exceptional employee benefits, including a generous compensation package with comprehensive benefits, medical and dental insurance, paid time off and substantial automatic retirement contributions. Additionally, we invest in employee success by providing many resources designed to support your personal and professional growth, including:
- Comprehensive Health Plans and Other Core Insurance
- State Retirement Programs and Pension Options
- Retiree Insurance for Lifetime Medical Benefits
- Continuing Education & Lifelong Learning Programs
- Tuition scholarships for employees and their dependents
- Leadership and Professional Development Programs
- Mental and Physical Wellness Programs
- Employee Recognition Programs and Longevity Pay
We are excited for you to consider joining our team at the Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center. Consistently ranked as a "Great College to Work For" by the Chronicle of Higher Education, TTUHSC provides so much more than just a job!
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