Administrative Associate 2-OB/GYN Center (Knoxville)

Market Range: 05

Hiring Salary: 19.10/Hourly

THIS POSITION IS LOCATED IN KNOXVILLE, TN

The Administrative Associate 2 provides billing support to the UT Internal Medicine & OBGYN Resident Center through coding, billing, financial counseling, posting of charges and payments, follow up on claims denials, Episodes of Care Reporting, and assists residents with proper code selection.

Responsibilities

1. Verifies proper billing methods are adhered to as set for by CMS and CoM. 
2. Works outstanding accounts receivables by following up on claims, denials, and insurance issues. 
3. Charges data entry of charges for Internal Medicine and OB/GYN.
4. Performs electronic posting of most payments through CPS PM billing module. 
5. Reviews ICD 10 and CPT coding prior to billing. 
6. Contacts physician for clarification when necessary. 
7. Verifies weekly deposits. 
8. Educates residents in coding and billing protocols.
9. Performs other related job duties as assigned.

Qualifications

EDUCATION: High School Diploma or GED. (TRANSCRIPT REQUIRED)

EXPERIENCE: Two (2) years of billing or related office experience. Certified Professional Coder certification is preferred. (COPY OF LICENSE/CERTIFICATION REQUIRED)        

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

• Knowledge of medical terminology. 
• Ability to learn Cerner EMR/PM.
• Ability to multi-task and shift priorities.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision with keen attention to detail. 
• Proficiency with Word Processing programs, hospital based EMR, and calculator. 
• Skilled in current ICD10 and CPT coding.
• Knowledge of Episodes of Care and Quality programs.

WORK SCHEDULE: This position may occasionally be required to work evenings.