Medical Billing Team Lead | US HMO | Get a 25K Signing Bonus

ISTA Solutions, an outsourcing/offshoring company, is in search of an experienced Medical Billing Team Lead to join our rapidly expanding team. As a member of our team, you will have the opportunity to work with highly skilled professionals, who prioritize employee satisfaction and work-life balance. At ISTA Solutions, we pride ourselves on creating a culture focused on long-term success and life-long learning. We're looking for a team player who is ready to contribute to our mission, just like you! Account specific roles & responsibilities: Team Lead Oversee the end-to-end medical billing process, including claim submission, denial management, follow-ups, and cash posting. Lead, supervise, and provide guidance and coaching to the medical billing team. Monitor team productivity, billing accuracy, and performance against established targets. SNF Billing Process and submit claims for Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF) services. Bill Medicare Part A, Medicare Part B, Medicaid, Managed Care, HMO, and commercial insurance. Review patient census, admission, discharge, and payer information for billing accuracy. Verify patient eligibility, insurance coverage, authorizations, and benefit periods. Ensure compliance with Medicare SNF billing regulations and CMS guidelines. Monitor consolidated billing requirements and identify excluded services when applicable. HMO Billing Submit and manage HMO claims according to payer-specific requirements. Verify referrals, prior authorizations, and eligibility. Resolve HMO claim edits, rejections, and denials. Ensure timely filing and compliance with individual payer guidelines. Claims Processing Prepare, review, and submit clean claims electronically. Correct rejected claims and resubmit promptly. Monitor claim status through clearinghouses and payer portals. Maintain claim accuracy to maximize first-pass acceptance. Accounts Receivable (AR) Management Perform insurance follow-up on unpaid and underpaid claims. Research outstanding balances and payment discrepancies. Contact insurance companies regarding claim status and reimbursement. Escalate unresolved billing issues when necessary. Payment Posting Post insurance payments, contractual adjustments, patient payments, and denials accurately. Reconcile Electronic Remittance Advice (ERA) and Explanation of Benefits (EOB). Identify payment variances and investigate underpayments. Denial Management Analyze denied claims to determine root causes. Prepare and submit corrected claims, appeals, and reconsiderations. Track appeal outcomes and maintain documentation. Compliance & Documentation Maintain HIPAA compliance and patient confidentiality. Follow CMS, Medicare, Medicaid, and payer-specific billing regulations. Document all billing activities thoroughly within the billing system. Stay updated on changes to reimbursement policies and billing requirements. Requirements Minimum 2 years of BPO U.S. Medical Billing experience At least 6 months of team lead / supervisory experience At least 1 year of dedicated SNF (Skilled Nursing Facility) billing experience. Experience billing HMO, Medicare, Medicaid, Managed Care, and Commercial Insurance. Strong knowledge of: Medicare Part A Medicare Part B Medicaid Skilled Nursing Facility reimbursement Managed Care plans Coordination of Benefits (COB) Accounts Receivable follow-up Denial Management Appeals Process Electronic Claims Submission Excellent verbal and written English skills Willing to work onsite in Shaw Blvd, Mandaluyong Amenable working night shift Benefits What can we offer you? Competitive salary and benefits Health Insurance with free dependents* 10%-night differential Attendance Bonus Paid time off Convertible to cash leave credits Performance Appraisal Work-life balance A focus on growing your career path with us We encourage you to follow your passions and learn new skills Our commitment to you Strong culture and values-driven leadership We create opportunities for you to learn and grow at any stage of your career Continuous learning and innovation We foster an all inclusive environment where everyone thrives