Merced Faculty Associates Medical Group
Merced, CA, USA
Medical Billing Specialist Review and enter patient demographic, insurance, procedure, diagnosis, and charge data accurately into the billing system. Validate coding accuracy using ICD-10, CPT, and HCPCS guidelines. Prepare and submit clean claims to Medicare, Medicaid, and commercial insurance carriers. Monitor claim status through payer portals and clearinghouses. Identify, research, and resolve claim denials, rejections, and underpayments. Prepare and submit claim corrections and appeals within payer deadlines. Post insurance payments, patient payments, contractual adjustments, refunds, and write-offs. Generate patient statements and respond to billing inquiries professionally. Establish and manage payment plans for self-pay and delinquent accounts. Verify insurance eligibility, benefits, and authorizations as needed. Maintain accurate documentation of billing activity and correspondence. Ensure compliance with HIPAA, payer contracts, and internal policies. Collaborate with...