Medicaid Billing Specialist

Little Rock School District•Little Rock, AR

2d•$112•Onsite

About The Position

Under general direction, provides support to the Division of Special Programs to maximize reimbursement from Medicaid for services provided to students with disabilities. Performs responsible and confidential administrative functions; performs other related duties as assigned.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED required.
Advanced computer skills.
Demonstrated knowledge and skills in standard office administration programs such as Microsoft programs (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and data processing.
Evidence of strong organizational, oral/written communication, and interpersonal skills.
Ability to work for the duration of the daily contracted time period, and to be physically present and at assigned work, with only infrequent unexcused absences, during the contract year.

Nice To Haves

Associate or bachelor degree from a college or university preferred.
Minimum of two years’ experience as an office/Medicaid billing secretary preferred.

Responsibilities

Collects, organizes, and reviews documents for Medicaid that comply with regulations, medical necessity, and legal requirements, including securing prescriptions from physicians.
Facilitates the billing process and submits all Medicaid claims for OT, PT, Speech Therapy, and Paraprofessional services.
Maintains student database for eligibility status.
Maintains accurate records for audit and works with agencies during the audit process.
Actively pursues records from school staff to maximize the District’s Medicaid reimbursement, and reports any issues affecting reimbursement to Leadership Team.
Files special education and Section 504 records.
Processes internal and external records requests; scans, faxes, mails records in a timely manner.
Answers the phone, assists office visitors, and communicates with Special Programs staff regarding urgent issues.
Promotes a positive atmosphere in the office at all times.
Offers to assist other clerical staff to ensure office efficiency and performs other duties as assigned.
Seeks all methods and allowable services that are reimbursable for the department.