What are the responsibilities and job description for the Medical Billing Specialist position at Adult Family Health Services?
An experienced Behavioral Health Agency is looking for a full-time Billing Specialist. Please see qualifications and responsibilites.
Minimum Qualifications:
- High School Diploma or Equivalent
- Must have knowledge of Medicaid, Medicare and commercial insurance
- Previous experience with Behavioral Health Claims preferred
- Must be well organized and detail-oriented
- Knowledge of medical billing/collection practices, posting, claim submission, managing account payments
- Knowledge of basic medical coding
- Skills in answering a telephone in a pleasant and helpful manner and ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with patients, employees and the public
- Maintain the strictest confidentiality; adheres to all HIPAA guidelines/regulations
- Certified Professional Biller training and/or certification preferred
- 2 years of medical billing experience in an ambulatory care setting is preferred.
- Must be proficient in Microsoft Office (Word and Excel) and billing software. Will be required to learn the agency's billing software.
Responsibilities:
- Collecting, posting and managing account payments
- Submitting claims and following up with insurance companies
- Post payments applications and follow up with denials and appeals
- Submitting third party claims, electronic and paper claims as necessary
- Report weekly update on billing and collection status to the supervisor
Working Hours:
Monday- Friday 9am-5pm
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $50,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
License/Certification:
- Medical Billing Certification (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $50,000
