Patient Biller 3

#CA-KN

Responsible for claims billing and Follow up on claim denials and outstanding AR.

Apply By Date: 9/6/2026 at 11:59 pm - Interviews and recruiting process may occur at any time

Minimum Qualifications - For full consideration, applicants are encouraged to upload license and/or certification if required of the position

• High School diploma, GED or equivalent work experience
• Follow-up payer billing experience. History of successful payor denial appeals.
• Experience with commercial and third-party payors (Including current regulations, time limitations and procedures).
• Knowledge of medical billing/reimbursement Requirements and procedures including government programs, private third-party insurance, and private individuals.
• Ability to analyze and interpret various types of Explanation of Benefits (EOB) and Remittance Advice (RA).
• Analytical skills to assess account balances and make determination/decision on further action.
• General knowledge of medical terminology in order to correlate reports to actual charges and to determine the appropriateness of denials.
• Ability to compose effective appeal letters for initial and 2nd level appeals to payers
• General knowledge of credit and collection practices.
• Knowledge of basic accounting practices.
• General knowledge of Current Procedural Terminology (CPT) and Insurance Classification of Disease (ICD-10) policies related to medical billing.
• Math skills to accurately add, subtract, multiply, and divide.
• Ability to read and comprehend department policy, internal and external correspondence.
• Writing skills to effectively compose internal and external correspondence.
• Proofreading skills to identify and correct own errors.
• Communication skills to appropriately respond to account inquiries, both in person and over the telephone, and communicate effectively with all internal and external customers.
• Ability to work independently.
• Ability to work cooperatively and constructively with employees and Administration.
• Ability to work accurately and quickly under pressure in order to meet deadlines established by the department, government programs, or private insurance carriers.
• Ability to be flexible in a quickly changing environment.
• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions.
• Ability to organize and prioritize tasks.
• Keyboarding skills to effectively operate computer terminal and P.C.; prepare internal and external correspondence and forms as required.
• Ability to effectively operate standard office equipment including but not limited to photocopier, scanner, fax, calculator.
• Ability to organize and maintain accurate files on patient financial information.
• Ability to file in alphabetical, numerical, and chronological order.
• Good verbal and written communication skills. Documents and reports clearly and concisely. Conveys instructions, directions and information appropriately. Ability to write effectively and to compose internal and external correspondence.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in related area or equivalent experience or training.
• Two plus years experience in Commercial billing and follow up.
• Solid working experience in Epic Professional Billing Resolute.

Key Responsibilities

• 30% - Account Follow-Up
• 30% - Appeals
• 20% - Teamwork/Accountability
• 20% - Knowledge, Skills and
  Abilities

Department Overview

Professional Billing Group, a part of the UCDHS Financial Services Division, provides billing and collection services for approximately 900+ UCD Health System Faculty Physicians. This position provides billing and follow-up functions for the CCMC unit within PBG.

POSITION INFORMATION

• Salary or Pay Range: $30.65 - $38.10
• Salary Frequency: Hourly
• Salary Grade: 101
• UC Job Title: PAT BILLER 3
• UC Job Code: 004663
• Number of Positions: 1
• Appointment Type: Staff: Career
• Percentage of Time: 100%
• Shift (Work Schedule): 8:00am-5:00pm, Monday-Friday
• Location: UCDHAS Building (HSP165)
• Union Representation: EX-Patient Care Technical
• Benefits Eligible: Yes
• This position is hybrid (mix of on-site and remote work)

Benefits

Outstanding benefits and perks are among the many rewards of working for the University of California. UC Davis offers a full range of benefits, resources and programs to help you bring your best self to work, as well as to help you and your family achieve your health, wellness, financial and career goals. Learn more about the benefits below and eligibility by visiting or or .

• High quality and low-cost to choose from to fit your family's needs
• UC pays for and coverage for you and your family
• for eligible employees including Pension and other Retirement Saving Plans
• Supplemental insurance offered including , , , , accident, critical illness and hospital indemnity
• , , and for eligible employees
• and Family Care discounts and resources
• to support thriving in all aspects of employee's lives
• On-site including access to free mental health services
• Generous amount of paid Holidays annually as outlined in the UC Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreements
• Paid Time Off/Vacation/Sick Time as outlined in the UC Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreements
• Continuing Education (CE) allowance and Staff Education Reimbursement Program for eligible employees
• Access to free professional development courses and learning opportunities for personal and professional growth
• and for eligible employees

Physical Demands

• Standing - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Walking - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Sitting - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
• Lifting/Carrying 0-25 Lbs - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Pushing/Pulling 0-25 Lbs - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Bending/Stooping - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Squatting/Kneeling - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Twisting - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Reaching overhead - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Keyboard use/repetitive motion - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours

Mental Demands

• Sustained attention and concentration - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
• Complex problem solving/reasoning - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Ability to organize & prioritize - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
• Communication skills - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
• Numerical skills - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Constant Interaction - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
• Customer/Patient Contact - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
• Multiple Concurrent Tasks - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours

Work Environment

UC Davis is a smoke and tobacco free campus effective January 1, 2014. Smoking, the use of smokeless tobacco products, and the use of unregulated nicotine products (e-cigarettes) will be strictly prohibited on any UC Davis owned or leased property, indoors and outdoors, including parking lots and residential space.

Special Requirements - Please contact your recruiter with questions regarding which activities apply by position

• This is a critical position, as defined by UC Policy and local procedures, and as such, employment is contingent upon clearing a criminal background check(s) and may include drug screening, medical evaluation clearance and functional capacity assessment
• This position is designated as a mandated reporter under CANRA and UC policy, and employment is contingent on compliance with applicable policies, procedures and training requirements

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