Billing Associate

Bluegrass Center for Autism•Louisville, KY

8d•Remote

About The Position

The Billing Associate will transfer patient and insurance information and initiate payment processes and procedures. The ideal candidate will be well-versed in billing software, medical insurance regulations, an expert at responding to insurance inquiries, and the privacy and confidentiality of non-public health records. Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

Requirements

At least three years of billing experience from a medical provider's office or hospital.
Minimum of 2 years of KY Medicaid billing experience.
Full-time hours required
High school diploma or equivalent.
Must have strong time management and organizational skills, with the ability to multi-task and prioritize in a fast-paced environment.
Must exhibit strong attention to detail, accuracy, and confidentiality
Must be able to work independently with little supervision in a home environment with privacy.
Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.
Ability to solve practical problems and deal with concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.
Ability to interpret multiple instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
Should be proficient with MS Office Suite.

Nice To Haves

College Degree or some college preferred
Knowledge of Excel and Central Reach system (EMR) experience preferred.
Michelle P Waiver experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Submissions and follow-up on all authorizations required by the insurance companies.
Filing all insurance claims per the insurance company policies electronically or by fax.
Apply all insurance and paper payments accurately
Assist Director with patient statements.
Maintain all agency billing processes.
Oversee the submission of claims into the agency billing software.
Handle resubmissions and follow up for denied or delayed claims.
Strong experience with KY Medicaid and MCO billing and regulations.
Applied Behavioral Analysis or Mental Health claims billing experience preferred.
All salaried staff members are expected to volunteer annually for at least one fundraising event benefiting BCA.