About this role
Larkin Health System is an integrated healthcare delivery system accredited by the Joint Commission with locations in South Miami, Hialeah and Hollywood, Florida. Our network of acute care hospitals provide a complete continuum of healthcare services, including a full range of inpatient and outpatient services, and home health agencies in Miami-Dade and Broward County. We are heavily invested in training the next generation of health professionals, which is the core of our mission: to provide access to compassionate care of the highest quality in an educational environment.
GENERAL JOB DESCRIPTION
Under the direction of the Business Office Director, the Forensic Account Biller and Collector is responsible for the timely and accuracy submission of hospital and/or physician medical claims for forensic accounts. Ensuring timely reimbursement of claims, and consistent cash flow. Responsible for investigating instances of incomplete claims, appropriately corrects them prior to resubmitting.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Responsible for the electronic transmissions of hospital and/or physician claims through the clearinghouse.
- Responsible for verifying all appropriate documentation is obtained following CMS guidelines.
- Ensures all claims are submitted with a goal of zero errors.
- Follow proper medical and insurance claim processes.
- Review and analyze remittance advice and claims to resolve billing issues.
- Contact vendors to follow up on outstanding claims.
- Maintain up-to-date knowledge of medical billing and collection regulations and guidelines.
QUALIFICATIONS FOR THE JOB
Education:
High School diploma of equivalent (additional certifications or education in medical billing/coding preferred)
Experience:
1-3+ years of experience in medical billing and collections preferred.
Other:
- Proficiency in medical terminology, coding systems and medical billing procedures.
- Strong attention to detail.
- Excellent communication skills.
- Knowledge of administrative and clerical procedures and systems such as word processing, outlook and excel.
Other facts
About Larkin Community Hospital
Larkin Community Hospital is an integrated healthcare delivery system accredited by the Joint Commission with locations in South Miami, Hialeah and Hollywood, Florida. Our network of acute care hospitals provide a complete continuum of healthcare services, including a full range of inpatient and outpatient services, home health agencies, Skilled Nursing facilities, Rehab centers and Assisted Living facilities in Miami-Dade and Broward County. Our South Miami campus consists of a 146 bed Statutory teaching hospital (the 3rd largest in Florida, offering 32 different training programs for physicians) and is the home of the state of the art Miami Neuroscience Center at Larkin, the Center for Advanced Orthopedics at Larkin, the Cancer Center at Larkin and the Florida Academic Dermatology Center at Larkin. Our Palm Springs Campus, is a 247 bed acute care hospital located in a 15 acre campus in Hialeah Florida, and includes a 7 story Medical Office Building. Larkin Community Hospital Behavioral Health Services, our hospital located in Hollywood, Florida, includes an inpatient behavioral health unit and also offers comprehensive behavioral health services.
What you'll do
- The Forensic Account Biller and Collector is responsible for the timely and accurate submission of medical claims for forensic accounts. This includes investigating incomplete claims and ensuring timely reimbursement.
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