On-Site Medical Billing Clerk
About The Position
The Medical Billing Clerk handles billing operations for Medicaid Waiver Services and other insurance programs. The role includes verifying eligibility and client information, preparing and submitting claims, monitoring denials, maintaining billing records, and producing reports. The clerk also provides support with bookkeeping, front-office tasks, HR auditing, filing, phones, and other administrative duties. The position requires maintaining the confidentiality and security of employee and patient information in accordance with HIPAA regulations and organizational policies. This is a full-time, on-site position with a Monday–Friday schedule from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. The hourly rate starts at $16–$18, based on experience and qualifications.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Two years of experience in medical billing or a related field.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with individuals, the community, and staff.
Nice To Haves
- Associate degree or certification in medical billing/coding.
Responsibilities
- Verify Medicaid and other insurance eligibility as needed.
- Stay informed about changes and updates to guidelines and regulations regarding Medicaid Waiver Services billing.
- Update and maintain client billing information sheets with new authorizations and other information.
- Verify clients, tiers, and dates monthly with department heads.
- Track weekly hours for all clients and enter them into billing logs for each program.
- Prepare, review, and transmit claims using Medicaid and other insurance billing software.
- Update and maintain billing logs with current service rates and procedure codes.
- Track denied claims, research them, and appeal or resubmit denials in a timely manner.
- Prepare and submit weekly reports regarding pending claims and claim status.
- Assist with bookkeeping, front-office tasks, HR auditing, and filing as needed.
- Assist with answering phones and other administrative duties as assigned.
- Maintain the confidentiality and security of employee and patient information in accordance with HIPAA regulations and organizational policies.
Benefits
- $250 sign-on bonus after 90 days and $250 after 6 months.
- Paid vacation that accrues immediately.
- Paid sick leave.
- Bereavement leave.
- Health, vision, and dental insurance.
- Company-matched 401(k).
- Nine paid holidays and skeleton days.
- Annual tenure bonuses.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
