Medical Administrative Specialist 2-OB/GYN Center (Knoxville)

Market Range: 05

Hiring Salary: 19.10/Hourly

THIS POSITION IS LOCATED IN KNOXVILLE, TN

The Medical Administrative Specialist 2 provides billing support to the UT Internal Medicine and OB/GYN Resident Center through coding, billing, financial counseling, posting of charges and payments, follow-up on claims denials, Episodes of Care Reporting, and assists residents with proper code selection.

Responsibilities

1. Verifies proper billing methods are adhered to as set by CMS and CoM. 
2. Works outstanding accounts receivable by following up on claims, denials, and insurance issues. 
3. Charges data entry of charges for Internal Medicine and OB/GYN.
4. Performs electronic posting of most payments through the Intergy billing system.  
5. Reviews ICD 10 and CPT coding prior to billing. 
6. Contacts the physician for clarification when necessary. 
7. Verifies weekly deposits. 
8. Educates residents in coding and billing protocols.
9. Performs other related job duties as assigned.

Qualifications

EDUCATION: High School Diploma or GED. (TRANSCRIPT REQUIRED)

EXPERIENCE: Two (2) years of billing or related office experience; OR Associate’s Degree in lieu of experience. Certified Professional Coder certification is preferred. (COPY OF LICENSE/CERTIFICATION REQUIRED)        

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

• Knowledge of medical terminology. 
• Ability to learn Powerchart and Integry billing system. 
• Ability to multitask and shift priorities.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision with keen attention to detail. 
• Proficiency with Word processing programs, hospital-based EMR, and a calculator. 
• Skilled in current ICD10 and CPT coding.
• Knowledge of Episodes of Care and Quality programs.