The Billing Specialist is responsible for billing the State of Missouri for client services delivered by The Arc of the Ozarks. This responsibility includes operating in several databases by uploading and maintaining client billing information, working with directors and other members of the Arc of the Ozarks team to create and edit client billing information, and posting payments to specific client accounts. This position will be supported by the Director of Accounting but will be expected to maintain a high level of independence in order to work efficiently and meet various strict deadlines.

Job Functions Include:

Retrieving service authorizations from CIMOR database and uploads them into Therap client records for each program.

Updates and maintains service authorizations in Therap at least on a monthly basis, if not more frequently.

Creates billing files out of Therap to communicate back to CIMOR. 

Communicates with Director and Therap Specialist to add and record changes in the files of individuals served entering and leaving service.

Occasionally communicate with SRO in the case of billing issues or corrections that need to be made.

Posts payments to specific client accounts from state payments.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Knowledge of accounting and auditing principles and procedures.

Knowledge of modern office practices, procedures, methods, and equipment.

Knowledge of laws and regulations governing fiscal record keeping.

Ability to exercise good judgment and discretion.

Ability to examine and verify financial documents and reports.

Minimum Experience and Qualifications:

 At least one year of experience in medical or insurance billing. Ability and experience in data entry, utilizing IBM Personal computer equipment or IBM compatible personal computer equipment, and extensive knowledge of Microsoft Office Word and Excel.