DME Billing Specialist/UKHC

Job Title
DME Billing Specialist/UKHC


Requisition Number
RE51282


Working Title
DME Billing Specialist/UKHC - CGM Program


Department Name
H5000: CHANDLER - RETAIL PHARMACY


Work Location
Lexington, KY


Grade Level
08


Salary Range
$19.00-30.09/hour


Type of Position
Staff


Position Time Status
Full-Time


Required Education

HS



Click here for more information about equivalencies:
https://hr.uky.edu/employment/working-uk/equivalencies


Required Related Experience

5 yrs



Required License/Registration/Certification

Certified Durable Medical Equipment Specialist (CDME) certification required within 9 months of hire.



Physical Requirements

The ability to lift, carry, push and pull objects up to 25 pounds on a daily basis, kneel and bend, as well as stand, walk, and sit for extended periods of time. Tasks will involve repetitive motions.



Shift

Primarily day shifts; may include some weekends and holidays. Hours and days of the week subject to change based on needs of department.



Job Summary

Seeking dependable, full-time, self-motivated, experienced Medical Billing Specialist for a Durable Medical Equipment (DME) business. Prior experience billing Medicare, Medicaid, and private insurance companies is required and knowledge of DME billing systems is a plus. The position will be responsible for intake information for referrals, maintaining patient records, CMN preparation, benefits investigations for new patients and re-verification for current patients, and additional administrative tasks as assigned. The successful person in this position will be organized, have excellent attention to detail, be able to evaluate options and make efficient decisions, and be dedicated to quality patient care.

IEBC (Internal Employee Being Considered)



Skills / Knowledge / Abilities

Computer/Microsoft Office Suite; strong customer service skills; and excellent organizational and time management skills.



Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?
No


Preferred Education/Experience

The ideal candidate will have medical office or billing experience, experience with insurance verification, and/or familiarity with DME equipment and DME patient management software. • Experience interpreting/processing explanation of benefits (EOB) and insurance denials, ability to resolve past due claims, and knowledge of insurance payer specific prior authorization requirements is preferred.



Deadline to Apply
08/20/2025


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