Medical Billing Clerk Responsibilities:Managing patient accounts and preparing invoices.Inputting patient information and maintaining up-to-date records of patient data using computer software.Ensuring that the patients receive the accounts.Performing administrative tasks such as answering phone calls and responding to emails.Acquiring and recording medical aid details from patients and liaising with the medical aid company to obtain authorization on payments owed by patients.Following up with patients on accounts that are late as well as those which are seriously overdue.Following work procedures methodically while ensuring compliance with the rules and regulations of the hospital or clinic as well as state and federal laws.Improving job knowledge and skills by networking and staying abreast of medical service rates in order to ensure up-to-date billing.Ensuring that patient records, accounts, and payments are meticulously handled.Keeping all patient records confidential.
