Billing Manager - Private Hospital
Deka Minas
- Cape Town, Western Cape
- Temporary
- Full-time
- Oversee the integration of billing systems with medical insurance providers and private clients, ensuring seamless transactions and prompt reimbursement.
- Coordinate with the finance department to reconcile billing records, resolve discrepancies, and facilitate revenue cycle management.
- Supervise a team of billing specialists, providing guidance, training, and performance feedback to optimize productivity and quality of service.
- Develop and implement billing policies, procedures, and controls to enhance efficiency and mitigate risk.
- Monitor coding practices and ensure adherence to coding standards and guidelines, including ICD and CPT coding systems.
- Collaborate with IT professionals to maintain and optimize billing software systems, troubleshooting technical issues and implementing system enhancements as needed.
- Generate and analyze billing reports and metrics to assess performance, identify trends, and make data-driven recommendations for process improvement.
- Serve as a key liaison between the hospital and external stakeholders, including insurance companies, government agencies, and regulatory bodies, regarding billing matters.
- Proven experience in hospital billing management, with a minimum of 6 years of experience in a similar role.
- Strong knowledge of medical billing practices, including insurance claims processing, reimbursement methodologies, and regulatory compliance requirements.
- Experience with billing software systems, preferably in a healthcare setting, with proficiency in system administration and customization.
- Familiarity with medical coding systems (e.g., ICD, CPT) and their application in billing processes.
- Excellent leadership and team management skills, with the ability to motivate and inspire a diverse team of billing specialists.
- Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to interact effectively with internal and external stakeholders.
- Detail-oriented with a focus on accuracy and precision in billing operations and claims management.
- Ability to adapt to changing regulations and industry trends, with a commitment to continuous learning and professional development.
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