Billing Officer at Sigma Consult

Summary

• Billing Officers are responsible for maintaining records of charge for goods and services, as well as managing payment and accounts.
• They work at healthcare facilities such as hospitals and clinics where their job description entails compiling amounts
• Billing Officers are responsible for maintaining records of charge for goods and services, as well as managing payment and accounts.
• They work at healthcare facilities such as hospitals and clinics where their job description entails compiling amounts receivable and preparing invoices for clients.
• Billing officers at medical facilities monitor account balances to identify outstanding debts or inconsistencies in financial documents.
• They prepare and calculate bills receivable by collecting useful information such as discount rates and order amounts.
• Their role also involves utilizing computer systems to input and manage customer account information.
• Medical billing officers in performing their duties review information entered into an accounting system to verify it’s accuracy for final bill preparation.
• They receive and process cash/credit card payment for goods and services. They also prepare and issue periodic account statements to customers.
• These officers contact insurance companies to obtain information regarding patients’ insurance policies and degree of coverage.
• They maintain an up-to-date knowledge of insurance guidelines, medicare, and state Medicaid.
• They also follow up on outstanding claims within cycle time frame for standard billing.
• As part of their work description, medical billing officers respond to patient or insurance company inquiries concerning assigned accounts.
• They setup payment arrangements and work collection accounts for customers.
• They also stay abreast with product/service rates in order to ensure up-to-date billing software.
• Their duties also usually involve preparing, reviewing, and transmitting electronic/proper claims using billing software.
• They handle and address client follow-up inquiries, as well as resolve inconsistencies in billing.
• They also ensure proper documentation and storage of all accounting and billing records.
• They occasionally send payment reminders to customers and present periodic reports of job activities to upper management.

Educational Qualifications

• Applicant must have a Bachelor's Degree from a reputable higher institution
• Minimum of 2 years work experience.

Key Skills:

• Customer service
• Accounting and data entry skills.
• Problem-solving skills.