Our Charge Entry Specialist job description includes the responsibilities, duties, skills, education, qualifications, and experience.
About the Charge Entry Specialist role
A Charge Entry Specialist is responsible for accurately entering patient billing information into the system. They review all billing data for accuracy and completeness before submission, and ensure that charges are billed in accordance with insurance and other regulations.
Role Purpose
The purpose of a Charge Entry Specialist is to accurately enter patient charges into a computer system. This role is responsible for ensuring that all charges are entered accurately, completely, and in a timely manner. The Charge Entry Specialist must also ensure that all patient information is kept confidential and secure. Additionally, this role may be responsible for verifying insurance coverage and resolving any discrepancies that arise.
Charge Entry Specialist Summary
The Charge Entry Specialist is responsible for accurately entering and verifying all charge data into the computer system. They must review patient information for accuracy and maintain a strong attention to detail. The Charge Entry Specialist is also responsible for ensuring that all billing information is accurate and up-to-date, as well as staying current with changes to coding and billing regulations. They must have a strong knowledge of insurance and billing procedures and be able to multitask in a fast-paced environment. The Charge Entry Specialist must possess strong organizational and communication skills, and must be able to prioritize tasks to meet deadlines.
Charge Entry Specialist Duties
- Prepare and enter invoices into the accounting system
- Verify accuracy of invoices and account coding
- Create and maintain vendor records
- Process credit card payments
- Resolve payment discrepancies and issues
- Reconcile vendor statements
- Generate reports
- Assist with month-end closing
Charge Entry Specialist Skills
- Knowledge of medical billing and coding
- Ability to manage multiple data entry tasks
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office
- Excellent communication and customer service skills
- Ability to adhere to strict deadlines
Charge Entry Specialist Requirements
- Experience performing data entry
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office products
- Attention to detail
- Ability to work independently
Personal Traits
- Detail-oriented
- Organized
- Efficient
- Excellent communication skills