Medical Billing Supervisor

Ironwood Cancer & Research Centers has beautiful state-of-the-art integrated Cancer and Women's Centers, with locations strategically located throughout the Valley. Each one provides a superior cancer care environment with a full spectrum of cancer related services for patients. Our multi-disciplinary team approach includes surgical oncology, medical oncology, radiation oncology, women's centers, diagnostic imaging services, social service support, nutritionist, integrative services, and genetic counseling.

Mission Statement: To serve the community by providing quality, comprehensive cancer care which respects the values and needs of each individual.

Overview: We are currently looking for a Medical Billing/accounts receivable supervisor. The AR Supervisor is responsible for the overall functions of an accounts receivable team and supervises the daily operations of Government/Commercial billing AR. This is a full-time, day-shift position working a Monday - Friday schedule. This position is located in our Gilbert Arizona Office.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Supervises the work activities of the AR staff.
• Educates and trains the AR staff on our computer system, oncology terminology, insurance reimbursement issues and the appeal process.
• Aids staff in contacting insurance and/or third-party organizations by telephone, correspondence, or meeting to resolve issues impairing reimbursement and secure reimbursement for billed services.
• Review and audits accounts and /or follow-up documents for outstanding accounts receivable issues weekly
• Monitors and alerts staff and management of any reimbursement issues that arise.
• Prepares, performs, and reports on all adjustments correctly as needed in accounts,
• Reviews and distributes insurance correspondence timely that is received in the office.
• Reviews and processes all requests for insurance refunds submitting to accounting.
• Distributes the aged receivable reports to the staff allocating workload appropriately.
• Runs all necessary reports as needed i. e. Daily / Weekly reports, AR bucket report, productivity etc.
• Performs all billing functions as needed.
• Reviews NCCN compendia are updated for staff, CMS CCI edits update quarterly.
• Adds staff on vacation schedule, reviews ADP and conducts preliminary review of staff.
• Responds to correspondence and calls from patients and/or third-party organizations regarding outstanding account receivable.
• Complete all daily, weekly, and monthly checklist. Weekly reports to management.
• Must be able to type and work on a computer.
• Ability to work in a constant state of alertness and safe manner.
• Performs other duties as requested by Manager, administrator, or physicians.

Minimum Qualifications

• Knowledge of appeals, working with insurance plans; chemotherapy related drugs, supplies utilized and SNF, LTC and Hospice in relation to insurance benefits.
• Knowledge of CPT, ICD-10, and HCPCS required, CPC coder a plus.
• Five years of Medical Billing experience.
• Five years working in Healthcare.
• Knowledge of Accounting a must.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, Word, Outlook, and Internet.
• Must be able to type and work on a computer.
• Able to be in a seated position, talk on the phone, repetitive keyboard usage and clarity of vision at 20 inches or less.

Education and/or Experience:

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Some college experience a plus.
• Supervisor/Manager experience required.

We offer a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefit package including health/dental/vision and life insurance, 401K, and a caring work environment. We are an E.O.E.

Visit our website at www.ironwoodcrc.com. "Outsmarting Cancer One Patient at a Time"