Urgent Hiring!!! Lab Biller/Coder/Collections Specialist

Elmhurst, IL

Job Title: Lab Biller/Coder/Collections Specialist

Company: TriLab Health

Location: Elmhurst, IL

Job Type: Full-Time, Non-Exempt

Work Hours: Monday to Friday, 9 AM - 5:30 PM

Salary: $18 - $28 per hour, based on experience

Benefits:

  • 401k Plan with Company Match
  • Comprehensive Healthcare Coverage (Medical, Dental, Vision)
  • Paid Time Off (PTO)
  • Opportunities for Professional Development and Advancement

Job Description:

Join TriLab Health, a leading healthcare laboratory in Elmhurst, IL, as a full-time Lab Biller/Coder/Collections Specialist. This vital position oversees our billing processes to ensure accurate medical coding and maximizes reimbursement from insurance companies and patients alike. With a requirement of 5 years in billing/coding and a strong preference for experience in laboratory services, the successful candidate will bring expertise in healthcare finance, a dedication to regulatory compliance, and a patient-focused approach to financial matters.

Responsibilities:

  1. Medical Coding:

    • Accurately assign diagnostic and procedural codes to ensure correct billing.
    • Stay current with coding updates and healthcare regulation changes.
  2. Billing Process:

    • Timely generate and submit claims to insurance providers.
    • Ensure accuracy in patient and insurance information.
    • Identify and correct billing errors or discrepancies.
  3. Collections:

    • Diligently monitor outstanding claims and pursue collections with insurance carriers.
    • Conduct proactive collection efforts for unpaid balances.
    • Resolve claim denials or discrepancies in collaboration with insurance representatives.
  4. Patient Billing:

    • Issue patient invoices for services rendered.
    • Offer support with billing inquiries, establishing payment plans as needed.
  5. Documentation and Reporting:

    • Keep organized records of billing and coding activities.
    • Prepare reports on billing and collection performance.
  6. Compliance:

    • Adhere to healthcare regulations and billing standards.
    • Maintain awareness of changes in healthcare policies affecting billing practices.
  7. Customer Service:

    • Respond to inquiries from patients and insurance companies regarding billing issues.
    • Deliver exceptional service in a professional and courteous manner.

Qualifications:

  • Minimum of 5 years of experience in medical billing and coding.
  • Strong knowledge of medical coding systems (e.g., CPT, ICD-10, HCPCS).
  • Experience with laboratory services billing is highly preferred.
  • Proficiency in billing software and electronic health record (EHR) systems.
  • Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
  • Effective communication skills for liaising with patients, insurers, and team members.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

TriLab Health is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.