Feb 07, 2025
Medical Billing Specialist ( Onsite)
- SUNY Optometry
- 33 West 42nd Street, New York, NY, USA
- $58,551 yearly
Full Time
Other
Job Description
The State University of New York College of Optometry seeks a skilled Medical Billing Specialist to work in our Patient Financial Services department. This position is onsite at 33 West 42nd Street New York, NY 10036
Responsibilities /Job Functions:
• Reviews and analyzes “Explanation of Benefits” (EOBs), payer correspondences to identify denials.
• Resolve issues with pending, rejected, or underpaid claims.
• Review and resolve uncollected accounts by contacting patients regarding outstanding balances and setting up payment options.
• Communicate denial trends/issues to management.
• Perform daily tasks in assigned work queues.
• Clearly document actions taken on accounts.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
Requirements:
• Experience in denial management required.
• A minimum of 3 years billing experience is required, optometry preferred.
• Knowledge of Nextgen electronic billing system preferred.
• Ability to review and troubleshoot edits through insurance portals and clearing house preferred.
• Ability to multi-task preferred.
• Knowledge of optometry billing preferred.
• Associates degree preferred.
Annual Salary (including location pay) is $58,551 and there is also a generous benefit package. 15 days of annual leave to start and 13 paid holidays per year. We are a qualifying employer in the federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program. View our Benefits at Glance.
This position is represented by UUP bargaining unit.
Responsibilities /Job Functions:
• Reviews and analyzes “Explanation of Benefits” (EOBs), payer correspondences to identify denials.
• Resolve issues with pending, rejected, or underpaid claims.
• Review and resolve uncollected accounts by contacting patients regarding outstanding balances and setting up payment options.
• Communicate denial trends/issues to management.
• Perform daily tasks in assigned work queues.
• Clearly document actions taken on accounts.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
Requirements:
• Experience in denial management required.
• A minimum of 3 years billing experience is required, optometry preferred.
• Knowledge of Nextgen electronic billing system preferred.
• Ability to review and troubleshoot edits through insurance portals and clearing house preferred.
• Ability to multi-task preferred.
• Knowledge of optometry billing preferred.
• Associates degree preferred.
Annual Salary (including location pay) is $58,551 and there is also a generous benefit package. 15 days of annual leave to start and 13 paid holidays per year. We are a qualifying employer in the federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program. View our Benefits at Glance.
This position is represented by UUP bargaining unit.
Click here to apply: SUNY College of Optometry | Medical Billing Specialist ( Onsite)
About US
At The University Eye Center (UEC), an Article 28 Diagnostic and Treatment Center within the State University of New York, College of Optometry we are inspired to make a difference and are committed to integrity and excellence. We welcome new ideas and encourage continuous improvement. We strive for a culture that regards people as professionals and will foster trust, commitment, consistency and results. We will strive to have a diverse, collaborative, team-oriented and results-oriented culture.
The State University of New York, College of Optometry, is an Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity/Americans with Disabilities Act employer. The College actively seeks applications from women, veterans, individuals with disability, members of underrepresented groups, or anyone that would enrich the diversity of the College.
To view the College’s Annual Security Report, visit https://sunyopt.edu/?s=annual+security+report
Required Experience Level
Intermediate Level
Minimum Education
No formal education required
Minimum Experience Required
2-4 years
Required Travel
No required travel
Applicant Location
US residents only
About SUNY Optometry
At The University Eye Center (UEC), an Article 28 Diagnostic and Treatment Center within the State University of New York, College of Optometry we are inspired to make a difference and are committed to integrity and excellence. We welcome new ideas and encourage continuous improvement. We strive for a culture that regards people as professionals and will foster trust, commitment, consistency and results. We will strive to have a diverse, collaborative, team-oriented and results-oriented culture.