UBMD Neurology provides comprehensive neurological evaluation, diagnosis and management for adults and children with a wide variety of neurologic disorders. With locations in Buffalo and Williamsville, we offer a full range of procedural services including EEG, EMG, adult and child neuropsychologic testing, an infusion clinic for intravenous therapies and neuroimaging interpretation. We are closely allied to two Kaleida Health hospitals, Buffalo General Medical Center and Oishei Children's Hospital.

We offer a comprehensive benefit package that includes Health Insurance, Dental, Vision, Company Paid Life Insurance, Company Contributed Pension, PTO, and 7 paid Holidays.

Seeking a Full Time Medical Biller

Title: Medical Biller

Department: Neurology

Reports to: Billing Manager

Pay Range : $23-$26 hourly

Position Summary: The medical biller is who is able to perform billing tasks for a large multi-specialist physician practice. They will post payments to patient accounts, conduct follow up activities, assist patients with billing questions. They will have a strong background in working denials and aging. Will be responsible for all phases of accounts receivable follow up.

Essential Functions:

➢ Accurately enter billing sheets in system for timely billing and revenue recognition

➢ Assign appropriate ICD9-10 codes to billing, as well as appropriate modifiers

➢ Obtain, verify and update demographic information for billing

➢ Follow up on denied, underpaid, adjudicated and un-adjudicated claims

➢ Identify and report payer trends related to inappropriate reimbursement, denials, and untimely adjudication to the billing manager

➢ Process overpayments and refunds in a timely fashion

➢ Maintain confidentiality of billing information in accordance with HIPAA guidelines

➢ Effectively communicate with patients in regard to patient inquiries and past due balances

➢ Maintain posting spreadsheets

➢ Work closely with front office staff regarding outstanding balances of current patients

➢ Keep manager informed of any major problems affecting billing

Other Functions:

➢ Provide cross-coverage for billing and follow up/collections specialist within the department, when deemed necessary

➢ Perform special projects and other duties as assigned by the billing manager or director of revenue cycle administration

➢ May provide support to some operational duties such as authorizations, insurance verification, etc.

Minimum Job Requirements:

Education: H.S. diploma or equivalent required. Medical billing coursework preferred.

Experience/Qualifications: Minimum of 5 years experience in medical billing required. Ability to take initiative. Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

**Pay commensurate with education and experience.

UBMD Neurology is an equal employment opportunity (EEO) employer. We are committed to the principles of equality in employment and opportunity for all employees without regard to race, color, citizenship status, national origin, ancestry, gender or expression whether or not such gender identity or expression differs from the employee’s physical sex as assigned at birth (including transgender status), sexual orientation, age, weight, religion, creed, physical or mental disability, predisposing genetic characteristics and information, marital status, familial status, domestic violence victim status, veteran status, military status, political affiliation or any other factor and/or status protected by law. We expect all employees to adhere to these principles of equality which apply to all aspects of the employment relationship including hiring, job selection, job assignment, compensation, corrective action, termination, access to benefits and training and other privileges of employment.

UBMD Neurology is a smoke-free and drug-free workplace in compliance with local, state and/or federal guidelines.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $23.00 - $26.00 per hour

Expected hours: 37.5 per week

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Experience:

• Medical billing: 3 years (Preferred)

Ability to Relocate:

• Buffalo, NY 14203: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person