Ascent Healthcare is a growing medical practice in the Pacific Northwest that specializes in patient care within Skilled Nursing Facilities and Residential Physical Rehabilitation Centers. As we continue to grow, we are seeking a passionate, self motivated, full-time medical billing specialist that aspires to be a part of our expanding company. As a member of our team, you will be a fundamental part of our success.

Position Responsibilities:

• Monitor the company’s accounts receivable balances by identifying collection issues and contacting patients.
• Maintain work operations by following policies and procedures; reporting compliance issues.
• Post electronic charges, patient statements, payments, notes and other related information to insurance plans.
• Work and communicate with peers, patients and payers regarding accounts receivable.
• Verify CPT, HCPCS, ICD-10 and/or modifiers to accurately reflect documented services.
• Collect delinquent accounts by establishing payment arrangements.
• Submit insurance claims to payers and process rejected claims by sending an appeal and/or reconsideration letter.
• Verify patients eligibility, coverage, benefits and identify managed care authorization requirements.

Position Qualifications and Skills:

• At least three (3 - 5) years experience in a fast paced medical billing environment.
• Must have a working knowledge of Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF) and hospice billing.
• Understanding of Medicare, Medicaid and private insurance billing and reimbursement processes for both the state of Oregon and Washington.
• Customer service driven with the ability to communicate effectively and maintain professional and ethical standards of conduct.
• Knowledge of HIPAA guidelines, confidentiality and record keeping.
• Must be comfortable navigating through a variety of software programs and insurance websites.
• Demonstrate a high level of integrity and ability to problem solve.
• Credentialing knowledge experience is a plus.

Ascent provides a generous compensation & benefit package along with a welcoming environment. This position is full-time with working hours from 8:00 am to 4:30 pm. All candidates are subject to pre-employment drug testing, a background check and must have a valid driver’s license/personal transportation to attend off site meetings when necessary.

This position is for full cycle billing. Please do not apply if you do not have the necessary experience, If you meet our requirements and feel you can be an asset to our team, please submit your resume, cover letter and salary requirements. Thank you.

Ascent Healthcare is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind. All employment decisions at Ascent Healthcare. are derived from business needs, position requirements, and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, belief, veteran, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.

This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, training, and apprenticeship. Ascent Healthcare. makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time.