Job Information
Callen-Lorde Community Health Center MEDICAL BILLER AND CODER in New York, New York
MEDICAL BILLER AND CODER
Job Details
Job Location
Callen-Lorde Community Health Center - Manhattan - New York, NY
Position Type
Full Time
Education Level
High School
Salary Range
$26.00 - $26.00 Hourly
Travel Percentage
None
Job Shift
Day
Job Category
Health Care
Description
Do you have a passion for accuracy and a commitment to ensuring quality healthcare for all? Are you looking for a rewarding career where you can make a difference in the LGBTQ+ community? Callen-Lorde, a global LGBTQ+ community health center, is seeking a highly motivated Medical Biller & Coder to join our growing team. In this critical role, you will play a vital role in ensuring accurate and timely medical billing and coding for our patients.
As a Medical Biller & Coder, your responsibilities will include:
Process patient service charges and maintain accurate medical records electronically.
Assign and review ICD-10 and CPT-4 codes for medical encounters, ensuring compliance with FQHC guidelines and provider scope of practice.
Prepare and submit electronic and paper claims for various payers, including Trizetto clearinghouse.
Analyze denied claims, identify errors, and rebill with corrected codes.
Manage patient accounts, including sending statements, processing payments, and resolving billing inquiries.
Provide excellent customer service to patients, Callen-Lorde staff, and insurance companies.
Maintain a strong understanding of medical billing regulations and HIPAA compliance.
Participate in ongoing education and training opportunities to stay current on coding and billing practices.
Contribute to a collaborative team environment dedicated to providing exceptional care.
Benefits
Callen-Lorde is a great place to work we’re passionate, mission-driven people who care about health justice for LGBTQ communities. In addition to being part of a fantastic team, all full-time employees are offered a comprehensive benefits package including an exceptional no cost medical plan option for you, your domestic partner and/or your family, tuition assistance, dental insurance, vision insurance, no cost life insurance, short and long-term disability insurance, Flexible Spending Account, commuter benefits, a generous paid time off plan, and a 403B retirement savings plan. Learn more about our employee benefits https://callen-lorde.org/benefits/
Qualifications
Education, Experience
Bachelors degree preferred, high school diploma required
Medical billing and coding experience required
AAPC certification required
Strong Internet, PC, and spreadsheet skills
Desired Characteristics, Skills
Demonstrated leadership and administrative/organizational skills.
Ability to work with diverse populations.
Excellent interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills.
Commitment to the mission of Callen-Lorde Community Health Center.
Bilingual (Spanish/English) highly preferred.