What are the responsibilities and job description for the BILLING OFFICE SPECIALIST position at Central Minnesota Mental Health Center?
Compensation: Starting at $21.41 (Based on experience)
Schedule: Monday – Friday, Day Shift Hours
Location: In-Person at our Waite Park Office (411 3rd St N, Waite Park, MN 56387)
CAREERS INSPIRED TO SUPPORT
CMMHC has a rewarding opportunity for a full-time Billing Specialist at our Waite Park location. We truly embrace a people-first mindset. We know that providing a caring and supportive environment for our clients begins and ends with our employees. We are looking for compassionate individuals to join our mission. We offer a great place to work, a collaborative team environment, and resources to support your personal and professional development.
HOW YOU WILL MAKE AN IMPACT
The Billing Specialist is responsible for submitting accurate insurance claims (Medicare, Medicaid, private), posting payments, and resolving denials to ensure timely reimbursement. They act as a liaison between patients, providers, and payers, updating patient records and setting up payment plans.
The duties may include but are not limited to:
Claims Management:
- Prepare and submit claims to third party insurance carriers electronically or by hard copy.
- Prepare and submit claims to self-pay clients and other payers.
Payment Posting & Reconciliation:
- Process payments from insurance companies and clients.
- Reconcile deposit files and receipts and post payments to client accounts.
Receivables & Denials:
- Follow up on unpaid claims.
- Analyze and appeal denied claims.
- Research billing issues, correcting billing errors and resubmitting claims as needed.
Client Financial Services:
- Verify insurance eligibility and benefits.
- Obtain pre-authorizations, if needed.
- Set up payment arrangements for clients.
Data Management:
- Maintain accurate client demographic and insurance information in electronic health records (EHR).
- Obtain documentation required for agency billing and collections.
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