Hospital Billing Clerk - Full-Time

Salary: Job Title: Billing Clerk - Full-Time Location: Watkinsville, GA About the Company: Aletheia Health Partners is dedicated to enhancing rural health care through strategic advisory services. With a team boasting over 60 years of experience in rural healthcare leadership, we help hospitals navigate leadership changes and financial challenges while preserving their independence. Our goal is to ensure these vital institutions remain operational and effective in serving their communities. We pride ourselves on fostering a company culture where team members have the opportunity to develop personally and advance professionally in a team-focused and servant oriented environment. Join us in shaping the future of health care and making a meaningful impact at Job Description: Were seeking an experienced Billing Clerk to join our team. Based on operational needs, this position can potentially work remotely, at our corporate office, or at the hospital facility. The ideal candidate is someone who is detail-oriented, able to work independently, has strong organizational skills, and possess computer proficiency. We offer a competitive pay rate, with potential adjustments based on experience and qualifications, as well as the opportunity for advancement, employee recognition, and team collaboration. Essential Duties/Responsibilities: • Verifies hospital insurance information • Compiles hospital bills, completes appropriate forms, submits claims to proper agencies/insurance companies • Prepares bills and invoices for medical services and treatments received • Establishes payment arrangements on current and delinquent patient accounts. Contacts and follows up with individuals to reconcile accounts • Gathers patient insurance and financial information to generate payment for thefacility. Updates and obtains medical authorization for payment from insurers • Codes patient insurance/demographic information for data entry • Remains informed about changes in Medicare and Medicaid • Maintains current patient accounts and addresses in the computer system toavoid loss of claims. Verifies patient account numbers • Interacts with patients and families in a professional manner. Providesexplanations regarding statements and insurance coverage • Communicates effectively with other departments to obtain accurate billing Information • Performs other job-related duties as requested by the CEO Position Requirements: • High School Diploma or Equivalent • Previous experience in medical billing preferred • Ability to read and communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing • Preferred experience with Meditech and Cerner Schedule Details • Full Time (40 hrs/week) Top benefits: As a team member at Aletheia Health Partners, youll enjoy: • Comprehensive benefits package • Paid time off • Social Events • Growth opportunities Apply tot his job