Senior Billing Specialist
Upstate Medical University, Syracuse, NY, United States
Job Summary: Assign accurate medical codes using American Academy of Professional Coders (AAPC) guidelines and standards (CPT, ICD-10, HCPCS). Review clinical documentation to ensure coding accuracy and completeness. Submit insurance claims electronically and monitor claim status. Follow up on denied or rejected claims and prepare appeals as needed.
Responsibilities
Ensure claims are submitted correctly the first time to minimize rework.
Communicate with payers to resolve billing issues.
Stay updated on coding changes, payer policies, and regulatory updates.
Complete other assigned billing tasks.
Minimum Qualifications
Certified Professional Coder (CPC) certification from American Academy of Professional Coders or equivalent (e.g., CCS).
High school diploma or equivalent.
13+ years of medical billing and coding experience.
Knowledge of CPT, ICD-10-CM, and HCPCS coding systems.
Familiarity with EHR and billing software systems.
Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.
Preferred Qualifications Work Days: Monday – Friday 8:00 am – 4:30 pm.
Message To Applicants Our benefits package includes health, dental and vision insurance, eligibility for employer 401k funding after 1 year (3% quarterly/5% annual on vesting schedule), tuition reimbursement, generous paid time off, including vacation and personal time, paid sick leave, holidays and floating holidays.
G4: $20.00 - $35.50
Please note the salary information shown is a general guideline only. Salaries are based upon candidate skills, experience, and qualifications, as well as internal equity, market and business considerations.
Recruitment Office: MedBest Medical Management
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Responsibilities
Ensure claims are submitted correctly the first time to minimize rework.
Communicate with payers to resolve billing issues.
Stay updated on coding changes, payer policies, and regulatory updates.
Complete other assigned billing tasks.
Minimum Qualifications
Certified Professional Coder (CPC) certification from American Academy of Professional Coders or equivalent (e.g., CCS).
High school diploma or equivalent.
13+ years of medical billing and coding experience.
Knowledge of CPT, ICD-10-CM, and HCPCS coding systems.
Familiarity with EHR and billing software systems.
Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.
Preferred Qualifications Work Days: Monday – Friday 8:00 am – 4:30 pm.
Message To Applicants Our benefits package includes health, dental and vision insurance, eligibility for employer 401k funding after 1 year (3% quarterly/5% annual on vesting schedule), tuition reimbursement, generous paid time off, including vacation and personal time, paid sick leave, holidays and floating holidays.
G4: $20.00 - $35.50
Please note the salary information shown is a general guideline only. Salaries are based upon candidate skills, experience, and qualifications, as well as internal equity, market and business considerations.
Recruitment Office: MedBest Medical Management
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