AR/Billing Manager
Overview:
At Anne Arundel Dermatology we give exceptional care - to our patients and to eachother.
Patient First | Caring | Accountability | Trust | One Team | Growth
Founded 50+ years ago with a mission to provide the highest quality and full spectrum of medical, surgical, and esthetic skin care services to each and every one of its patients, Anne Arundel Dermatology has assembled the finest group of dermatologists in the Mid-Atlantic and Southeastern states.With 250+ clinicians and 110+ locations in 7 states, we’re thriving, growing, and looking to add talented individuals to our team!
Why join Anne Arundel Dermatology?
We are committed to continual training and education for our physicians and staff. We are on top of the latest developments in dermatology including ongoing research, emerging treatments, new medications and prevention methods. You can find more than just a job with Anne Arundel Dermatology.We believe in providing our new associates with intensive hands on training and long-term career growth opportunities from within.
As a Billing Manager at our dermatology practice, you will be responsible for overseeing all aspects of the billing process, ensuring accurate and timely submission of claims. Your role will be pivotal in optimizing revenue, reducing denials, and maintaining compliance with healthcare billing regulations.You will lead a team of billing specialists and collaborate with other departments to streamline billing operations.
Responsibilities:
Must reside in the EST or Central time zone in order to be considered
Supervisory Responsibilities:
- Lead and manage a team of billing specialists, providing guidance, training, and support.
- Assign tasks, monitor workflow, and ensure team productivity.
- Conduct regular performance evaluations and provide feedback.
Duties/Responsibilities:
- Billing Operations:
Oversee the entire billing process, including charge entry, claim submission, denial management and payment posting.
Ensure accurate and timely submission of claims to insurance companies, government payers, and patients.
Monitor and manage accounts receivable to optimize cash flow.- Compliance:
Ensure compliance with all healthcare billing regulations, including HIPAA, CMS, and other relevant guidelines.
Stay updated on changes in billing and coding regulations and implement necessary changes.- Claims Management:
Investigate and resolve claim denials and appeals by working closely with insurance providers and billing staff.
Monitor and manage outstanding claims to facilitate prompt payment.- Documentation and Reporting:
Maintain detailed and accurate records of billing activities.
Generate reports on billing performance and communicate findings to the team and to leadership.- Communication:
Facilitate collaboration between teams, including coding, insurance verification, and patient services, to resolve billing-related issues.
Communicate with patients regarding billing inquiries and payment arrangements.
Other duties assigned as deemed necessary by management.
Salary range: $60,000-72,000k. Cell phone allowance of $50 per pay period.
Qualifications:
Required Skills/Abilities:
- 2+ years of experience managing direct reports is required
- 2+ years of experience in medical billing within in a multistate environment required.
- Experience handling medical billing and AR within dermatology is required
- Intermediate to Advanced Excel skills required.
- Experience with ModMed PM is strongly preferred.
- Experience working for a PE backed organization is a plus.
- Proficiency in medical billing software and electronic health records (EHR) systems required.
- In-depth knowledge of healthcare billing regulations and coding (CPT, ICD-10, HCPCS) required.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
- Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
Licensure/Certifications/Education:
Education:
- Bachelor's degree in healthcare administration, finance, or a related field; advanced degree or certification is a plus.
Physical Requirements:
- Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
- Must be able to lift 15 pounds at times.
- - Full time employees (defined as regularly working at least 30 hours per week) are eligible for the following benefits:
- Medical, Dental & Vision insurance – effective 1^st of the month after date of start
- Short-term and long-term disability, Voluntary life (employee, spouse, and child), Critical Illness, and Hospital Indemnity – Effective the 1^st of the month following date of hire
- Company provided Basic Life/AD&D insurance
- Paid time off
- Paid holidays
- Retirement Savings account
- Employee discount on cosmetic services and products