Billing Specialist &ndash Veterans Assistance (Houston, TX)

Billing Specialist &ndash Veterans Assistance

Billing Specialists supporting the Veterans Evaluation Services (VES) administered by Maximus make an impact everyday by assisting with routine billing payment posting and problem solving for various types of facilities. Primary responsibilities include processing invoices for payment analyzing accounts and proper coding for claims and procedures. Candidates must possess the desire to assist our wounded veterans with a caring positive and patriotic attitude. To prepare you for this role the VES provides paid comprehensive training which ensures all new employees provide the highest levels of knowledge and professionalism. As a federal contractor Maximus is subject to Executive Order 14042 and the Safe Workforce Task Force s COVID-19 Workplace Safety Guidance for Federal Contractors and Subcontractors. In light of these requirements all employees will eventually need to be fully vaccinated as a condition of employment and new hires employees will be required to provide proof of vaccination. This position is temporarily remote due to Covid-19 however you must be able and willing to work on site in our Houston TX location when needs arise. Primary Responsibilities Process invoices for payment from diagnostic facilities according to Medicare rates Analyze accounts and use proper CPT codes and correct rates Send out the denial letters to facilities for procedures codes and dates of service not ordered or to request more information if needed Ensure all doctors and claims status calls are answered in a professional manner Process transportation expense claims for Veterans Answer faxes and emails received from both hospitals and facilities Frequently communicate with facilities and other departments within the company to request any information if needed to ensure the highest quality of QA and billing Additional Duties and ResponsibilitiesProcess Independent Medical Opinion payments Process VBA mileage expense reimbursements checks for providers and facilities Process investigate and settle claims by Veterans that have been billed directly Attend meetings as required Process checks by stamping signature on checks and verifying printed checks match the EOB RequirementsHigh School Diploma required previous billing experience preferred Self-starter Familiarity with CPT codes for claim charges Advanced verbal and interpersonal skills Advanced written communication skills to include excellent grammar Advanced reading and comprehension abilities Advanced analytical skills and detail-oriented Advanced multi-tasking skills Advanced organizational and prioritization skills with strong ability to meet strict deadlines with minimal supervision Proficient typing skills Proficient with Microsoft Word Microsoft Outlook Adobe Acrobat general internet research and beginner knowledge of Microsoft Excel Home Office RequirementsInternet speed of 20mbps or higher required (you can test this by going to www.speedtest.net) Hardwired internet (ethernet) connection Private work area and adequate power source About Veterans Evaluation Services Now Part of Maximus