ABOUT US
Southside Eyecare & Optical is a private optometry practice in Anchorage, Alaska dedicated to providing exceptional eye care to our patients. We are a close-knit team that takes pride in delivering a high standard of care and service. We are growing and looking for the right person to join us part-time.
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ABOUT THE ROLE
This is a part-time medical billing position handling claim submissions, payment posting, insurance verifications and insurance follow-up. This is a role for someone who is detail-oriented and self-directed.
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WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING
Medical Billing
- Submit electronic and paper claims across multiple insurance carriers including medical insurances, Medicare, and Medicaid
- Post payments and explanation of benefits (EOBs) accurately and in a timely manner
- Monitor and work through claim denials, rejections, and appeals
- Prepare and mail paper claims including CMS-1500 forms and Medicaid crossover claims requiring Medicare EOB attachments
- Review patient accounts or insurance aging for outstanding balances and follow up as needed
- Monitor patient invoices to ensure all transactions are properly authorized in RevolutionEHR
- Verify patient insurance eligibility as needed
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WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR
Required:
- Minimum 2 years of medical billing experience
- Solid understanding of medical insurance billing — we are primarily out-of-network for vision plans and bill medical insurances for most of our services
- Experience with CMS-1500 forms and paper claim submissions
- Familiarity with Medicare and Medicaid billing processes
- Strong attention to detail and ability to work independently
- Comfortable with patient-facing interactions and explaining insurance in plain language
Preferred:
- Experience in optometry, ophthalmology, or a related specialty
- Medicaid billing experience specific to Alaska
- RevolutionEHR experience (we will train the right candidate)
- Experience with patient checkout and front desk operations
- Medical billing certification (CPC, CPB, or equivalent)
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WHAT WE OFFER
- Part-time position
- Competitive compensation commensurate with experience
- Supportive team environment in a private practice setting
- Opportunity to grow with the practice
- Benefits discussed upon offer
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SCHEDULE
2-3 days a week. Standard clinic hours. Occasional flexibility may be required during high-volume periods.
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HOW TO APPLY
Please apply directly through our job listing page. We look forward to hearing from you.
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Southside Eyecare & Optical
Anchorage, Alaska
www.southsideeyecare.com