Midwest Orthopaedics at Rush is a nationally recognized leader in comprehensive orthopedic services. They are seeking a full-time IME Financial Coordinator responsible for following up on Independent Medical Exams and ensuring timely payment for services by contacting various payers.

Responsibilities

• Mails out bills with reports to insurance company or law firm
• Submits claims and documentation to responsible parties for processing and payment
• Maintaining telephone contact with parties as needed to inform and update
• Maintaining documentation of all correspondence and contact with carrier, claimant, physician, attorneys, etc. to ensure a comprehensive and detailed source of information regarding the case
• Complete account review and distribution of payments from unallocated accounts
• Maintain a positive demeanor with patients, peers, supervisors and physicians, especially when receiving feedback or direction
• Assist staff members when necessary in a positive and professional manner to ensure the patients receive the utmost in care
• Perform work with accuracy to minimize error correction by other staff members
• Double check data entry to ensure the correct information has been entered into the NextGen and Athena system
• Organize and prioritizes work to make sure projects are completed in a timely and efficient manner
• Stay abreast of and complies with all state and federal laws including HIPAA, ADA, OSHA, and FLSA
• Adapt to change in positive and professional manner
• Any and all other duties as assigned

Skills

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED)
• Minimum of one year work experience, preferably in a medical office setting
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals
• Ability to write routine reports and correspondence
• Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of an organization
• Workers Comp experience helpful

Benefits

• Bonus Incentive Eligible
• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance.
• Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays.
• Company-paid life and long-term disability insurance.
• Voluntary life, AD&D, and short-term disability insurance.
• Critical Illness and Accident Insurance.
• 401(k) Savings Plan.
• 401(k) Employer Contribution.
• Pet Insurance.
• Commuter Benefits.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Tax-Advantaged Accounts (FSA, HSA, Dependent Care FSA).
• HSA Employer Contribution (when enrolled in a HDHP).
• Tuition Reimbursement.

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