Billing Supervisor/ Medical Billing and Coding Specialist
Job Title Billing Supervisor/ Medical Billing and Coding Specialist Department Billing Office Classification Full time/ Exempt Job Summary Supports practice revenue goals by filing all insurance claims, monitoring patient accounts, taking remedial and preventive action to reduce rejected claims, securing payment on past due accounts, and providing meaningful payment information to practice management. Acts as…
Tips for Living with Tinnitus
Tinnitus is a constant ringing, buzzing, hissing or whistling in the ears with no external sound source. It affects approximately 15 to 20 percent of the population, and its effects can range from irritating to debilitating. It’s important to note that tinnitus itself is not a medical condition, but a symptom of another underlying cause….
Tips for Talking to Your Loved One About Hearing Loss
Talking to your loved one about their hearing loss may be a very delicate topic. Hearing loss is deeply personal and isolating, and your loved one may not yet be ready to hear that they have a problem that is affecting others. However, the longer a diagnosis of hearing loss is delayed, the more difficult…
Tips for a Better Night’s Sleep
There are many reasons you may not be getting a good night’s sleep. Feeling stressed out about what’s to come the next day or having general anxiety about what’s going on in the world is enough to make most people toss and turn from time to time. Next time you find yourself unable to fall…
COVID-19- Updated 06/12/20
Blue Ridge ENT continues to maintain our commitment to provide care to our patients during this pandemic. We are monitoring the CDC and WHO websites and taking all necessary precautions. Dr. Ford -Safety in Covid-19: Reopening Avery and Ashe Dr. Voglewede video on Sudden Hearing Loss Allergy Department “Shot Treatments” Dr. Ford Video on Telehealth…
A Better Treatment for the Common Cough
Most parents know the late-night trip to the drug store when they wake up to their child’s coughing. But research shows there might be an even more effective cough remedy than over-the-counter cough syrup already in your kitchen cabinet: honey. How Effective Is Cough Syrup? According to pediatrician Jennifer Shu, spokesperson for the American Academy…
Relay for Life
DID YOU KNOW? 1 in 3 people will be diagnosed with cancer in their lifetime. …but we’re here to change that. The Blue Ridge Ear, Nose & Throat team is Crusading for a Cure. Together, we can take on cancer! Help Blue Ridge ENT in a ‘relay for life’ as we raise funds to support…
Why Aren’t You Wearing Your Hearing Aids?
According to the National Institutes of Health, only one in five people who could benefit from a hearing device actually has one. But even if you’ve purchased a hearing aid to treat your hearing loss, you may not be wearing it as often as you should be. You’ll receive maximum benefit from your devices if…
When Do Sinus Symptoms Indicate an Infection?
During the winter months, it seems like everyone catches a case of the sniffles. Sinus symptoms can have many potential causes, including allergies, the common cold, the flu, and sinus infections. It’s important to know what’s causing your symptoms in order to seek appropriate treatment. Below is a guide to help you determine what may…
The Link Between Allergies & Dizziness
Now that it’s winter, allergies aren’t top of mind for most people in Boone and Jefferson, but they can occur year-round. In fact, there’s often a spike in December. After all, it’s the one month during the year where you’re likely to find a tree taking up space in the living room. This can trigger…
