Job Description
Job Description
Key Responsibilities:
- Identify, appeal, and reverse claims that are denied or underpaid inappropriately by payors.
- Collaborate with departments such as Health Information Management (HIM), coding, and medical teams to gather necessary documentation for appeals.
- Work proactively with multidisciplinary teams to create procedures that minimize denials through trend reporting and education.
- Assist management with payor contract interpretation and ensure communication is updated for hospital staff.
- Analyze and report data related to underpayments, denials, and revenue opportunities.
- Categorize denials by root cause and share findings with management.
- Act as a resource for billing and reimbursement issues as needed.
- Stay informed about relevant regulations and maintain current knowledge in the field.
- Execute special audit requests for denials and support the drafting of appeal letters.
- Ensure smooth insurance operations through collaboration with colleagues.
- Maintain strict confidentiality of medical records and data.
- Provide support in medical coding and billing as necessary.
- Perform additional duties as requested by management.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Para Medical, Accounting, or a related field.
- Minimum of 3 years of experience, including 2 years in denial analysis and resubmission within a hospital or Day Surgical Centre setting.
- Coding Certification from AHIMA or AAPC.
- Experience with managed care contracts and reconciling patient accounts is highly desirable.
- Proficient in written and spoken English.
If you are a dedicated professional committed to quality and efficiency, we encourage you to apply.
The submission deadline is Sunday, 4-May-2025. Only selected candidates will be contacted.