Billing And Insurance Coordinator - Infectious Diseases

Scheduled Hours

40

Position Summary

Provides benefits and insurance enrollment assistance, navigation and education to virology patients. Provides ongoing education and training for staff regarding medical benefits, insurance and billing processes. Ensures billing for services is processed accurately and in a timely manner.

Primary Duties & Responsibilities

• Ensures insurance/benefits are accurately documented for patients in EPIC and the Statewide CM database.
• Receives and approves Ryan White Program coverage requests and inquiries from ID faculty and staff, as well as other specialty providers.
• Assists virology patients with their enrollment in Medicare, Medicaid, ACA Marketplace plans, sliding fee scale, patient assistance programs.
• Ongoing training for faculty, staff and patients regarding billing, insurance, patient assistance, sliding fee scale, etc.
• Distributes information to virology patients regarding their benefits and insurance enrollment, as well as billing.
• Assists Senior Project Manager with the invoicing process.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Preferred Qualifications

• Ability and desire to educate others.
• Excellent communication skills.
• At least moderately skilled in Microsoft Word and Excel.

Required Qualifications

• Associate’s Degree or related certification and two plus years of experience working with insurance and billing.
• REQUIRED LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION/REGISTRATION: CLAIM, SHIP and CAC – CAC must be obtained within 90 days of hire. SHIP and CLAIM certification must be obtained within six months of hire.
• Extensive knowledge of insurance and benefits.

Grade

C10

Salary Range

$50,600.00 - $75,800.00 / Annually

The salary range reflects base salaries paid for positions in a given job grade across the University. Individual rates within the range will be determined by factors including one's qualifications and performance, equity with others in the department, market rates for positions within the same grade and department budget.

Accommodation

If you are unable to use our online application system and would like an accommodation, please email [email protected] or call the dedicated accommodation inquiry number at 314-935-1149 and leave a voicemail with the nature of your request.

Pre-Employment Screening

All external candidates receiving an offer for employment will be required to submit to pre-employment screening for this position. The screenings will include criminal background check and, as applicable for the position, other background checks, drug screen, an employment and education or licensure/certification verification, physical examination, certain vaccinations and/or governmental registry checks. All offers are contingent upon successful completion of required screening.

Benefits Statement

Personal

• Competitive health insurance packages with priority appointments and lower copays/coinsurance.
• Up to 22 days of vacation, 10 recognized holidays, and sick time.
• WashU provides eligible employees with a defined contribution (403(b)) Retirement Savings Plan, which combines employee contributions and university contributions starting at 7%.
• Want to Live Near Your Work and/or improve your commute? Take advantage of our free Metro transit U-Pass for eligible employees. We also offer a forgivable home loan of up to $12,500 for closing costs and a down payment for homes in eligible neighborhoods.

Wellness

• Wellness challenges, annual health screenings, mental health resources, mindfulness programs and courses, employee assistance program (EAP), financial resources, access to dietitians, and more!

Family

• We offer 4 weeks of caregiver leave to bond with your new child. Family care resources are also available for your continued childcare needs. Need adult care? We’ve got you covered.
• WashU covers the cost of tuition for you and your family, including dependent undergraduate-level college tuition up to 100% at WashU and 40% elsewhere after seven years with us.

For policies, detailed benefits, and eligibility, please visit: https://hr.wustl.edu/benefits/

EEO/AA Statement

Washington University in St. Louis is committed to the principles and practices of equal employment opportunity and especially encourages applications by those from underrepresented groups. It is the University’s policy to provide equal opportunity and access to persons in all job titles without regard to race, ethnicity, color, national origin, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.

Diversity Statement

Washington University is dedicated to building a diverse community of individuals who are committed to contributing to an inclusive environment – fostering respect for all and welcoming individuals from diverse backgrounds, experiences and perspectives. Individuals with a commitment to these values are encouraged to apply.