Data Entry Clerk - Brien Center - Pittsfield

Monday - Friday, 1st Shift!

This position is responsible for downloading all billing reports from the Electronic Health Record for multiple Brien Center sites and data entry into the current billing system for the successful realization of reimbursement.

Essential Job Functions:

• Adheres to all applicable state and federal regulations; ensures compliance with the organization’s policies and procedures, code of conduct, and all applicable regulatory requirements.
• Downloading all billing reports from the Electronic Health Record for multiple Brien Center sites and data entry into the current billing system for the successful realization of reimbursement
• Utilizes all applicable billing reports generated from the electronic health record, and scrubs those reports for completeness and accuracy of claim related data elements including but not limited to-missing information, insurance updates, program and provider verification 
• Maintains all billing related files, records and logs when applicable
• Accounts receivable data entry (including billing report entry as either a primary or secondary responsibility if applicable) and initial data element entry or corrections
• Performs all billing follow-through functions at designated required intervals
• Advises billing manager of individual account resolution issues or payer specific claim related issues
• Attends payer-specific billing related trainings as required
• Other duties as assigned by supervisor

Skills:

• Demonstrated PC skills
• Computerized accounts receivable skills; strong mathematical skills
• Attention to detail
• Ability to prioritize work and apply judgment in various situations
• Ability to work independently 
• Ability to ensure that task completion is in compliance with applicable laws and regulations
• Ability to multi-task and work in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to effectively and professionally communicate with all levels of internal staff members, clients and payer representatives
• Ability to maintain and adhere to tight deadlines, for month-end closing 

Qualifications, Experience and Education:

• High School Diploma or equivalency
• Proven office experience, preferably in a medical office setting
• Proven mastery of Excel, Word, E-mail, and electronic health record software
• Valid driver’s license and use of personally insured vehicle for agency business.