Job Description
A Medical Biller is responsible for managing the medical billing and revenue cycle process for healthcare providers in the U.S. healthcare system.
This role focuses on:
- Medical billing
- Claims submission
- Denial management
- Accounts receivable (AR) follow-up
- Payment posting
- Insurance verification
- Revenue Cycle Management (RCM)
The Medical Biller ensures healthcare providers receive accurate and timely payments from insurance companies and patients.
Responsibilities
Medical Billing
- Prepare and submit medical claims to insurance companies
- Ensure claims are accurate and compliant with payer guidelines
- Handle claim corrections and resubmissions
Denial Management
- Work on denied or rejected claims
- Perform AR follow-up activities
- Analyze denial reasons and take corrective action
- Communicate with insurance payers for claim resolution
Payment Posting
- Process:
- ERA (Electronic Remittance Advice)
- EOB (Explanation of Benefits)
- Reconcile payments and outstanding balances
Insurance Verification
- Verify patient insurance eligibility and benefits
- Confirm coverage details before claim processing
Revenue Cycle Management
- Support end-to-end RCM activities
- Monitor claim status and payment flow
- Improve billing accuracy and revenue collection
Compliance & Documentation
- Follow:
- Medicare guidelines
- Medicaid guidelines
- Commercial payer rules
- Maintain:
- HIPAA compliance
- Protect patient data confidentiality
Required Skills
Medical Billing Skills
- Medical Billing
- AR Calling
- Denial Management
- Payment Posting
- Revenue Cycle Management (RCM)
Coding Knowledge
- ICD-10
- CPT Codes
- HCPCS Codes
Healthcare Systems
- EHR Software
- Billing Software
- Clearinghouses
Insurance Knowledge
- Medicare
- Medicaid
- Commercial Insurance
Soft Skills
- Attention to Detail
- Analytical Thinking
- Communication Skills
- Problem Solving