Billing Coordinator (Operating Room)

GENERAL SUMMARY The Operating Room billing coordinator provides prompt and efficient operations of billing processes. Responsible for accurate and timely data collection, documentation, submission and data retrieval for billing processes with computerized and/or paper systems. Reports to department leadership. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Monitors billing processes, accounts receivable, collections, data entry and assures accurate, timely and compliant coding and submissions. Assists with and processes billing inquiries. Acts as a liaison for the practice and between subsidiaries, affiliates, finance, insurance, patient and other issues surrounding billing processes. Monitors billing processes, data entry and assures accurate, timely and compliant submissions. Effectively operates information systems to accurately input data in various hospital systems in a timely manner. Maintains filling system, logs and records in an organized manner. Coordinates data and compiles reports. Professionally communicates with multiple departments on surgical billing related activities. Performs a variety of department administration support and clerical functions. Acts as a liaison for the operating room with finance regarding issues surrounding billing processes. Performs other duties as assigned. LICENSES AND/OR CERTIFICATIONS required. MINIMUM EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS Associates degree in a related field and/or 3 years of experience required. Knowledge of medical terminology, computer skills, ICD-10/CPT coding and third party payer insurance and billing processes. Ability to relate well with consumers, companies and multiple departments. Demonstrates the ability to effectively gather and exchange information in both oral and written communications with proper grammar, spelling and punctuation. WORKING CONDITIONS Normal office environment with little exposure to excessive noise, dust and temperature. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS Click here to view physical requirements.