EOE Statement We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law. About the Organization Wills Eye Hospital, located in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, is a global leader in the treatment of eye disease. Established in 1832 as the America's first eye hospital, we are one of the world's premier eye care facilities and the #2 best hospital in the nation for ophthalmology as ranked by U.S. News & World Report.

Our clinical expertise, state-of-the-art diagnostic testing and advanced surgical capabilities make Wills Eye a worldwide referral center where more than 250,000 patients are treated annually. From common eye problems to rare sight-threatening diseases, Wills Eye provides general eye care and comprehensive ophthalmic specialty services that attract patients throughout the Philadelphia metropolitan area, across the country and around the world.

Today, we continue to shape the science and medicine of ophthalmology, thanks to our talented, skilled physicians and staff who are dedicated to improving and preserving sight.

Description
Primary Function:

• The Billing Specialist is responsible for performing a variety of advanced billingfunctions including identifying and reviewing claims, coding, rectifying billing errors,and interfacing with insurance carriers.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
1.Identifies all surgery cases on a daily basis.

2.Accurately inputs billing codes in accordance with coding company standards and best practices.

3.Ensures proper account documentation that is clear, concise and includes all required information.

4.Maintains medical claim remittance notices for designated insurance carriers.

5.Responds to incoming calls and electronic communications from patients and insurance carriers in a respectful and professional fashion.

6.Upon request, provides billing related reports and other materials to the Chief Financial Officer (CFO) in the absence of the Patient Accounts Manager.

7.Performs cash postings as requested.

8.Functions as an effective team member.

9.Demonstrates adaptability, flexibility, and accountability when changes are made in job description and responsibility, including performing all qualified duties throughout other areas of the hospital.

10.Strives to maintain the confidentiality of all patients and their families/significant other(s).

11.Formulates and maintains effective working relationships with peers, managers and other members of the health care team.
Position Requirements
Educational requirements:

• High school diploma or GED required.

Experience:

• Three (3) years' experience medical billing experience required
• The ability to communicate clearly and concisely, verbally and in writing
• Establishes and maintains long-term customer relationships, building trust and respect by consistently meeting and exceeding expectations
• Possesses the ability to work effectively with other employees, patients and external parties

Category Accounting/Finance Full-Time/Part-Time Full-Time Position Billing Specialist Number of Openings 1 Exempt/Non-Exempt Exempt Location Wills Eye Hospital
This position is currently accepting applications.