Are you detail-oriented and experienced in managing billing processes in a healthcare environment? Veteran Mission Hospital in Syokimau, Nairobi, is seeking a diligent and efficient Billing Officer to handle inpatient and outpatient billing operations.
Key Responsibilities:
- Manage the billing process for inpatient and outpatient
services, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
- Prepare and issue invoices to patients, insurance companies,
and other third-party payers.
- Verify patient insurance coverage and obtain pre-authorization
for procedures as required.
- Ensure all patient charges are accurately recorded and billed
in accordance with hospital policies and insurance guidelines.
- Reconcile patient accounts and address any discrepancies
promptly.
- Handle patient inquiries and resolve billing issues in a
courteous and efficient manner.
- Collaborate with the medical and administrative staff to
ensure accurate documentation and coding of services.
- Monitor and follow up on outstanding accounts receivable,
ensuring timely collections.
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date patient billing records and
documentation.
- Prepare and submit claims to insurance companies and follow up
on unpaid or rejected claims.
- Generate billing reports and provide regular updates to the
finance department.
- Ensure compliance with all relevant billing regulations and
hospital policies.
- Participate in continuous improvement initiatives to enhance
the billing process.
- Provide training and support to other staff members on billing
procedures and software.
- Maintain confidentiality and security of patient financial
information.
Qualifications:
- Diploma or Degree in Accounting, Finance, Business
Administration, Healthcare Management or a related field.
- Minimum of 3 years of experience in medical billing,
preferably in a hospital setting.
- Strong knowledge of billing procedures, insurance processes,
and healthcare regulations.
- Proficiency in using billing software and Microsoft Office
Suite.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
- Attention to detail and high level of accuracy.
- Ability to handle sensitive information with confidentiality.
- Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple
tasks simultaneously.
How To Apply
Interested candidates are invited to submit their
resume and a cover letter detailing their relevant experience and
qualifications, current and expected salaries to recruitment@veteranmissionhospitals.org by 28th
July 2024.
Veteran Mission Hospital is an equal opportunity
employer and does not require applicants to pay for anything at any given stage
of the recruitment process. Canvassing will lead to automatic disqualification.
We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment
for all employees.
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