Billing & Contracts Analyst

Catholic Charities Eastern Washington•Spokane, WA

8d•Onsite

About The Position

This position is responsible for support of the finance department and the administration of billing functions for various contracts, medical billings, and St. Anne’s Child & Family Center

Requirements

AA in accounting field or equivalent experience.
Knowledge and/or experience in data systems and report management.
Experience in office management and billing behavioral health or medical services.
Ability to learn software programs and EHR systems.
Successfully pass background check applicable to position.
Regularly sit, stand, climb, walk, hear/listen, talk
Frequently lift up to 25 pounds, pull/push, carry, grasp, reach
Occasionally crawl, stoop, kneel
Clearly see 20+ feet, with or without corrective lenses, ability to focus
Adaptability : ability to adapt to changes, delays or unexpected events in the work environment; ability to manage competing demands and prioritize tasks; ability to change approach or method to best fit the situation.
Analytical Ability : ability to maintain focus for extended periods of time; ability to complete research projects with resourcefulness and persistence; ability to synthesize complex or diverse information; ability to use intuition and experience to complement existing data.
Attendance : ability to consistently arrive and be able to work as scheduled.
Computer/Technical Ability : working knowledge of Word Processing software , Spreadsheet software , Accounting software , Internet software.
Dependability : ability to follow instructions, both in written and verbal format; ability to respond to management direction; ability to complete tasks on time or notify the appropriate person with an alternate plan when necessary.
Interpersonal Skills: ability to maintain satisfactory relationships with others, excellent customer service skills and a good overall understanding of appropriate human relations. Awareness of and sensitivity to the service population’s culture and socioeconomic characteristics.
Judgment: ability to make prudent and timely decisions; ability to exhibit sound and accurate judgment; ability to explain reasoning for decisions.
Language Ability : ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos. Ability to write simple correspondence; ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other employees of the organization.
Mathematical Ability: ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume; ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry.
Motor Coordination : the ability to coordinate eyes, hands, fingers, and feet accurately and handle precise movements.
Problem Solving Ability : ability to identify and/or prevent problems before they occur; ability to formulate alternative solutions to problems when necessary; ability to transfer learning from past experiences to new experiences of similar nature.
Quality Management : ability to complete duties, on time and with absolute precision, maintain between 92%-96% accuracy; ability to edit the accuracy and thoroughness of one’s work as well as the work of others; ability to constructively apply feedback to improve performance, ability to generate ideas to improve and promote quality in work.
Reasoning Ability : ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form; ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.

Nice To Haves

Experience or certification in medical office and billing procedures preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

Prepares and submits monthly contract billings including but not limited to Medicaid, Special Mobility, and (FCS) Foundational Community Supports programs, and other related fee for service contracts, that are administered in different programs across the agency.
Prepares accurate invoices for reimbursement, claim generation and submission.
Extract and upload billing information to and from Sales Force.
Review electronic health records for coding accuracy and compliance with contracts and/or billing procedure manuals.
Work with program staff to identify and resolve any coding issues or discrepancies prior to billing submission.
Identifies and resolves associated billing questions and issues.
Reconciles insurance remittances and payments, research claim denials and generates claim corrections.
Communicate issues with Program Manager or Director as necessary.
Sends reminders for payments and manages delinquent accounts.
Prepare monthly billing submissions and attend various oversight meetings for contracts and grants as needed.
Performs all bookkeeping & billing functions for St. Anne’s Child & Family Center.
Assists with the preparations for the annual audit and other Finance Department activities as required.
Uses appropriate administrative, fiscal, physical, and technical safeguards to ensure the confidentiality, integrity, and security of CCEW client protected health information (PHI), per regulations outlined in the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA).
Regularly utilizes all forms of communication (email, text, phone, etc.) and database practices necessary for this position and as directed by supervisor.
As a mandated reporter, follows all procedures outlined in agency policies and procedures to report to the proper agency when there is suspicion and/or confirmation that a child or adult has been a victim of abuse or neglect.
Other duties as assigned.
Adheres to the tenants of the Catholic Social Teaching and Catholic Doctrine.
Perform as a team member to ensure that productivity outcome measures are achieved.
Performs related functions necessary to support the mission and core values of Catholic Charities.

Benefits

FREE Employee Medical Insurance
FREE Employee Dental Insurance
FREE Employee Vision Insurance
Sick leave (8 hours per month)
Vacation (Minimum of 2 weeks paid vacation)
Discounted health memberships
Retirement (Employer contribution - 3% contribution and an additional 3% employer match)
FREE Long-Term Disability Insurance
FREE Life Insurance
13 Paid Holidays