Billing Specialist (LA Medicaid)

Acadian Companies • Lafayette, LA

62d • Onsite

About The Position

Responsible for processing and resolving insurance claims. Ensuring proper payment of claims, appealing of denials and resolution of claims.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely
• Ability to establish and maintain working relationships with coworkers and patients
• Punctual with strong attendance history
• Ability to adhere to productivity goals, departmental and company guidelines, dress code, policies and procedures
• Excellent interpersonal skills and time management
• Maintain highest level of confidentiality
• Proficient in Google, MS Office Suite or related software

Nice To Haves

• Previous medical billing experience preferred

Responsibilities

• Responsible for claim status checks as needed to ensure proper resolution
• Initiating contact with insurance providers as needed
• Review and process claim rejections and appeals for research and resolution
• Monitor payment discrepancies and process payments
• Review claims for Federal compliance
• Process incoming correspondence and phone calls specific to the payer type
• Verification of patient insurance
• Ensure accuracy of demographic information
• Other duties and responsibilities as assigned

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees