Medical Billing & Coding Specialist; Medical Biller

LHH is seeking a highly experienced Medical Billing Specialist for an highly reputable healthcare company in San Francisco, CA for a 6 month contract period. See the qualifications below.

• Accurately assign appropriate codes to Oral Surgery treatment plans, post-operative hospital reports, and EHR chart notes.
• Utilize in-depth knowledge of surgical, anesthesia, and sleep apnea codes to ensure precise billing.
• Verify and review medical documentation to ensure compliance with coding guidelines and regulations.
• Collaborate with healthcare providers to obtain any necessary additional information for accurate coding and billing.
• Conduct thorough research and stay updated on coding and billing changes and requirements.
• Communicate effectively with insurance companies and payers to resolve billing inquiries, preauthorization requests, and claims.
• Identify and resolve any coding and billing discrepancies or denials in a timely manner.
• Ensure proper documentation and submission of claims for both private insurance and Medicare.
• Maintain confidentiality of patient information and adhere to HIPAA regulations.
• Assist with revenue cycle management, including accurate and timely billing, payment posting, and accounts receivable follow-up.

• High school diploma and/or equivalent, required.
• 3-5 years of experience in Surgical, Anesthesia, and Sleep apnea hospital (oral surgery) billing experience, required.
• Medical coding and billing certification, required.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, My Ability, and Axium software, preferred.
• CPC Certification, highly preferred.
• Experience in Oral surgery coding treatment plans, post-operative hospital reports, and other EHR chart notes, required.
• Extensive knowledge of surgical, anesthesia, durable medical sleep apnea codes, and medical insurance billing requirements, required.
• Skilled in handling pre-authorizations and claim billing for private insurance and Medicare, required.