Billing and Collections Coordinator at Air Methods

About this role

Overview Job Summary The Billing and Collections Coordinator is responsible for supporting Billing and Collections staff. Assist leadership in assuring confidentiality is maintained and HIPAA compliance is adhered to. Essential Functions and include the following:
Ensure authorization requests and authorization appeals are submitted and followed-up on with the appropriate insurance company via fax, phone or online
Ensure all hospital records are requested in a timely manner and follow up completed as needed until received via fax, phone or online
Submit/mail appeal letters, claims and other correspondence to insurance companies in a timely manner with all appropriate documentation. Document accounts when completed for tracking purposes
Review and distribute incoming correspondence including faxes, mail and emails to appropriate staff and link to accounts in electronic records program for tracking
May complete claim status by contacting insurance companies for confirmation of claims received via fax, phone or online; if and when needed due to payor issues or time sensitive matters
May review and complete rebills
Assist in the training of new hires, continuous training, and cross-functional efforts
Other duties as assigned
Additional Job Requirements
Regular scheduled attendance
Indicate the percentage of time spent traveling - 0%
Subject to applicable laws and Air Method’s policies, regular attendance is an essential function of the position. All employees must follow Air Methods ’ employment practices and policies. Supervisory This position has no supervisory . Qualifications To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. In accordance with applicable laws, Air Methods will provide reasonable accommodations that do not create an undue burden so disabled employees may perform the essential functions of the position. Education & Experience High school diploma or general education degree (GED); and one to two years’ related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience Skills
Excellent organizational skills, detail oriented, ability to prioritize, multi-task and meet deadlines
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Dependable and self-motivated
Ability to be a team player with a professional attitude
Computer Skills Intermediate with Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel and Outlook Certificates, Licenses, Registrations None Air Methods is an EEO/AA employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. Minimum pay USD $30,275.00/Yr. Maximum Pay USD $43,975.00/Yr. Benefits For more information on our industry-leading benefits, please visit our benefits page here. Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c) Originally posted on Himalayas