Billing Specialist

FAMILIES FIRST INC•Atlanta, GA

1d•$50,000 - $56,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Billing Specialist (BS) position is an integral part of our organization’s accounting team. This position requires an individual who has a strong attention to detail, and excellent organizational and communication skills, written and oral. The BS will be responsible for reviewing and preparing invoices, ensuring the accuracy and completeness of billing data, resolving billing issues, and maintaining appropriate and accurate records. This position will also support documentation of processes and provide recommendations to promote effectiveness and efficiency. This position reports to the Chief Financial Officer.

Requirements

Minimum associate degree or technical certificate or equivalent work experience
Minimum 3 years experience with billing for Medicare, Medicaid, and other third parties is required.
Experience with billing software and electronic medical records
Excellent customer service skills and attention to detail
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Strong organizational skills and the ability to work under pressure
Effective oral and written communication skills
Ability to prioritize multiple tasks and meet deadlines
Effective computer skills in Outlook, Word, and Excel highly preferred.

Nice To Haves

Certifications in medical billing or experience with mental health billing are a plus
Advanced MD is a plus

Responsibilities

Submit reimbursement requests to state, private, and employer insurance
Verify patient insurance coverage, obtain pre-authorization when necessary, and confirm deductible and copayment details.
Follow up on insurance claims, including denials, payments, and requests for more information
Complete the process for credentialing clinicians
Research and resolve client billing questions or issues
Review and prepare customer invoices, ensure accuracy and completeness of billing data
Monitor and follow up on outstanding invoices
Post payments in financial and electronic medical record system to individual account
Work with self-paying patients to develop payment arrangements
Maintain patient confidentiality and adhere to HIPAA regulations
Stay updated on changes in medical billing and coding guidelines
Collaborate with other departments as needed