Medicaid Billing Administrator - Intern (Unpaid)

Neuropath Healthcare Solutions • Union, NJ

12d • Onsite

About The Position

The Medicaid Billing Administrator Internship at Neuropath Behavioral Healthcare is designed to provide students and recent graduates with practical training and exposure to healthcare billing processes. Interns will gain hands-on experience in Medicaid claims processing, billing compliance, and healthcare administration while working under the direct supervision of experienced billing professionals. This internship is intended for educational purposes and to help participants develop professional skills in a real-world healthcare setting. The internship is unpaid and structured to align with New Jersey state guidelines for educational internships.

Requirements

• Strong interest in healthcare billing and administration.
• Current college student, or recent graduate.
• Basic understanding of ICD10 codes and CMS 1500 form submission preferred.
• Ability to work in a team environment and communicate effectively.
• Ability to commute to our office in Union, NJ.
• Must consent to and pass a formal background check including fingerprinting.
• Candidates must be authorized to work in the U.S. without current or future visa sponsorship. We are unable to sponsor H-1B or other employment visas at this time.

Nice To Haves

• Some familiarity with medical coding standards, including ICD-10, is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Observe and assist in processing Medicaid claims by preparing and submitting billing information through appropriate portals.
• Learn to verify patient eligibility for Medicaid coverage using state and federal databases.
• Gain exposure to reviewing and reconciling billing reports for compliance with Medicaid regulations.
• Shadow staff in following up on unpaid or denied claims, including learning how to communicate with insurance representatives and prepare resubmissions.
• Assist in maintaining accurate billing records in electronic health record (EHR) or billing software systems.
• Collaborate with administrative and clinical staff to understand documentation requirements for claims submission.
• Participate in audit preparation and compliance checks to learn about HIPAA and Medicaid guidelines.
• Observe and assist in generating billing reports to track claim statuses and identify common trends in denials or delays.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: No Education Listed