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Job Title: Billing Manager (Physical Therapy)
Location: Roseville, MI – On-site
Job Type: Part-time/Full-time (Flexible options available)
Position Overview
We are a tight-knit, patient-centered private physical therapy clinic looking for an experienced Billing Manager to run our revenue cycle operations. In a small clinic environment, every claim counts. We need a hands-on leader who can seamlessly manage day-to-day billing workflows, handle complex insurance claims, and help our practice remain financially healthy.
The ideal candidate has extensive experience with Lytec billing software, a strong grasp of outpatient rehab regulations, and the ability to work independently to keep our accounts receivable running smoothly.
Core Responsibilities
- Hands-On Revenue Cycle Management: Direct the full billing cycle from claim submission to final payment, ensuring accuracy using Lytec.
- Daily Financial Tasks: Charge entry, upload and post payments daily, print patient statements daily, and prepare deposit slips.
- Therapy-Specific Compliance: Manage rehab billing regulations, including the Medicare 8-Minute Rule, Plan of Care (POC) tracking, and appropriate modifier use (Modifiers 59, KX, CQ).
- Denial & Appeal Ownership: Aggressively audit, troubleshoot, and appeal denied claims to ensure maximum reimbursement.
- Clinic Operations & Patient Support: Resolve patient billing questions with empathy and clarity. Complete insurance reports as required.
- Front Office Front-Line Support: Register all patients, manage medical records requests, oversee insurance authorizations/verification, and handle basic provider credentialing or general office tasks as needed.
- Financial Health Reporting: Monitor aging accounts (AR) and provide regular updates to clinic leadership on collection rates and financial KPIs.
Required Qualifications & Experience
- Software Expertise: Proven, hands-on experience utilizing Lytec billing software is highly preferred.
- Experience: 3 years of medical billing experience, with a focus on physical therapy or outpatient rehabilitation.
- Certification: Certified Professional Biller (CPB) or Certified Professional Coder (CPC) credential is preferred.
- Industry Knowledge: Deep familiarity with therapy CPT codes (e.g., 97110, 97112, 97140), ICD-10 coding, and commercial/Medicare guidelines.
- Multi-Tasking Skills: Ability to balance highly focused billing work with a busy, patient-facing clinic environment.
- Communication: Strong interpersonal skills to handle patient billing inquiries and collaborate with clinic therapists.
- Small-Clinic Mindset: Highly organized, self-motivated, and comfortable wearing multiple hats in a smaller team environment.
What We Offer
- Competitive salary based on experience
- Flexible hours / scheduling options
- Friendly, collaborative small-team environment
How to Apply
Please submit your resume and a brief cover letter highlighting your experience with Lytec and physical therapy billing.
Salary : $40,000 - $45,000