Billing Specialist I

With a mantra of Empowering Human Potential, Hanger, Inc. is the world's premier provider of orthotic and prosthetic (O&P) services and products, offering the most advanced O&P solutions, clinically differentiated programs and unsurpassed customer service. Hanger's Patient Care segment is the largest owner and operator of O&P patient care clinics nationwide. Through its Products & Services segment, Hanger distributes branded and private label O&P devices, products and components, and provides rehabilitative solutions to the broader market. With 160 years of clinical excellence and innovation, Hanger's vision is to lead the orthotic and prosthetic markets by providing superior patient care, outcomes, services and value. Collectively, Hanger employees touch thousands of lives each day, helping people achieve new levels of mobility and freedom.

We are Seeking a Billing Specialist I - Remote, who will be responsible for the timely review and submission of medical claims to insurance companies from a wide variety of providers and clinics. Knowledgeable of all aspects of the financial process from scheduling, billing, and collections.

This role will be supporting the Great Lakes region. All candidates are eligible to apply. Preferred candidates with knowledge of the Southwest payer knowledge and office administrative experience

• Review patient bills for accuracy and completeness in a timely manner
• Take the initiative to obtain missing information to ensure claims are submitted accurately and timely
• Knowledge of insurance rules and guidelines; such as, Medicare and Medicaid
• Adhere to billing guidelines, policies, and procedures
• Identify the proper party to be billd; such as, insurance company or patient
• Complete the entire required billing checklists prior to submission
• Perform follow up activities to ensure documentation is gathered in a timely manner
• Communicate with clinic personnel and insurance companies
• Ensure necessary documentation is included or coordinate with appropriate clinic to update records
• Perform other duties as assigned

Experience and Education:

• High school education or equivalent

Preferred

• Experience in a medical office
• Experience with EMR systems (NextGen and/or OnBase)
• Spanish speaking
• DME/Orthotic knowledge

• Good customer service and communication skills
• Strong interpersonal, oral and written communication skills, including the ability to follow written and verbal directions
• Resourceful and flexible team player who excels at building trusting relationships
• Working knowledge of HIPAA and other medical insurance regulations and terminology for private payer, state and federal plans including coding, billing and reimbursement protocols
• Working knowledge of ICD-9, ICD-10, HCPC/CPT and other coding
• Proficient computer skills including Windows based office technologies (ex. Word, Excel) and automated billing systems
• Ability to use all necessary office equipment; such as, facsimile machines, calculator, postage machine, copiers, etc.
• Knowledge of state, federal and regional collection and reimbursement laws where applicable.
• Good organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks
• Detailed orientation while working in a fast paced environment
• Exhibit enthusiasm and positive attitude
• Ability to work independently and exercise creativity
• Familiar with medical terminologyProficiency with basic math and accounting skills

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Pay range of $20.00 to $24.00 per hour + benefits + annual bonus: up to 5% of base pay depending on bonus criteria.  This pay range is posted to comply with wage transparency laws.  Hanger salary ranges vary based on skill, ability, knowledge, geographic location and other variables. 

• Competitive Compensation Packages
• 8 Paid National Holidays & 4 additional Floating Holidays
• PTO that includes Vacation and Sick time
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits
• 401k Savings and Retirement Plan
• Paid Parental Bonding Leave for New Parents
• Flexible Work Schedules and Part-time Opportunities
• Generous Employee Referral Bonus Program
• Mentorship Programs- Mentor and Mentee
• Student Loan Repayment Assistance by Location
• Relocation Assistance
• Regional & National traveling CPO/CO/CP opportunities
• Volunteering for Local and National events such as Hanger’s BAKA Bootcamp and EmpowerFest

Hanger, Inc. is committed to providing equal employment opportunity in all aspects of the employer-employee relationship. All conditions and privileges of employment are administered to all employees without discrimination or harassment because of race, religious creed, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, religion, marital status, medical condition, physical or mental disability, military service, pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions, special disabled veteran status, or any other classification protected by federal, state, and local laws and ordinances. The company will comply with all applicable state or local fair employment laws that forbid discrimination or harassment on the basis of other protected characteristics. Retaliation against any employee for filing or supporting a complaint of discrimination or harassment is prohibited.

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