Medical Billing Specialist ENT

Daniel J. Leeman, MD is a well established boutique Ear, Nose, Throat practice located in the Mueller Neighborhood in Austin, Texas 78723. Our team is looking to add a Medical Billing Specialist to our growing team! **Qualifications:About Our Practice** We are a busy, growing Ear, Nose, and Throat (ENT) specialty practice dedicated to providing exceptional patient care. We are seeking an experienced Medical Billing Specialist to join our team. The ideal candidate will have strong knowledge of medical billing processes, insurance regulations, claims management, and collections. **Position Summary** The Medical Billing Specialist is responsible for all aspects of the revenue cycle, including claim submission, payment posting, denial management, insurance follow-up, and patient account resolution. This position plays a critical role in ensuring timely and accurate reimbursement for services rendered. **Essential Duties and Responsibilities** - Submit electronic and paper claims accurately and timely. - Review and resolve claim denials, rejections, and underpayments. - Follow up with commercial insurance carriers, Medicare, Medicaid, and Workers' Compensation carriers. - Verify insurance benefits and eligibility as needed. - Post insurance and patient payments. - Review Explanation of Benefits (EOBs) and Electronic Remittance Advice (ERAs). - Prepare and submit appeals with supporting documentation. - Monitor aging reports and work accounts receivable. - Communicate professionally with patients regarding billing questions and payment arrangements. - Maintain compliance with HIPAA and payer regulations. - Collaborate with providers and staff to ensure accurate coding and documentation. - Assist with revenue cycle reporting and performance metrics. **Qualifications** **Required** - Minimum 2 years of medical billing experience. - Knowledge of CPT, ICD-10, and HCPCS coding. - Experience working with Medicare, Medicaid, and commercial insurance plans. - Familiarity with claim appeals and denial management. - Strong attention to detail and organizational skills. - Excellent communication and customer service skills. - Proficiency with electronic medical records (EMR) and practice management systems. **Benefits** - PTO - 401(k) - Medical - Dental - Vision - Great team culture! Compensation: $19.00 - $23.00 per hour Daniel Leeman MD is known for providing the highest quality care and treatment for a range of ear, nose, and throat conditions. With over 20 years experience in the field, our providers are widely regarded as being amongst the finest practitioners in Austin serving our surrounding suburbs.