Billing Assistant

Healthcare Outcomes Performance Company is a vertically integrated musculoskeletal outcomes management company. HOPCo manages physician practices, hospital service lines, population health and value-based care programs, and musculoskeletal delivery networks.

As HOPCo continues to grow, we are looking for a Billing Assistant. Please see below for the functions and requirements for this position.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Sorts and processes the mail while demonstrating attention to detail.
• Prepares the daily deposit.
• Handle and process correspondence pertaining to patient accounts including but not limited to sending patient itemized statements.
• General clerical duties including photocopying and scanning for the Central Business Office.
• Research patient demographics; accurately updating in the patient accounting system.
• Responsible for working daily, weekly and monthly reports to assist in collecting outstanding accounts receivables.
• Assists billing department with eligibility and verification of benefits.
• Establishes and maintains effective communication with physicians, staff and other departments as required.
• Accepts and completes additional requests from the Business Office Manager.
• Adheres and understands the Business Office rules and regulations in regards to Medicare and HIPPA guidelines.
• Effectively forwards accounts requiring work up or resubmission to the business office staff.

EDUCATION

• High school diploma/GED or equivalent working knowledge preferred.

EXPERIENCE

• Minimum of one years of general clerical experience preferably in medical billing/collections.
• Completion of accredited billing or coding certificate program will be considered in lieu of experience.
• Must be able to communicate effectively with physicians, patients and the public and be capable of establishing good working relationships with both internal and external customers.