Medical Billing Specialist

People Incorporated Mental Health Services • Eagan, MN

1d • Hybrid

About The Position

People Incorporated Mental Health Services is seeking a Medical Billing Specialist to join our Billing department. This position is responsible for timely billing, resolving accounts receivable and customer service per department procedure and policy. This position reports to the Billing Manager and will interact on a regular basis with program and finance staff.

Requirements

• High School degree or equivalent
• Two years prior billing and reconciliation experience

Nice To Haves

• Associates of Arts degree in business or accounting
• Knowledge of financial reporting and medical coding
• One year experience utilizing MN-ITS and PMAP/Commercial payers
• Prior medical billing and reconciliation experience for various mental health programs
• Prior medical billing experience within a not-for-profit work environment

Responsibilities

• Responsible for creating and maintaining billing files so invoices are created timely for individuals, insurance companies, state, and county office.
• Perform various collection actions which include follow up on past due receivables, resubmit claims to third party payers, send written communication or other electronic outreach.
• Work with program and/or middle office to review program charges via various resources including at times clinical documentation to ensure timely, accurate, and compliant charge capture.
• Maintain all internal and external documentation of action taken and provide status updates in accordance with organization policies and procedures.
• Answer incoming calls to the billing line.
• As directed by the Billing Manager, participate in audit preparation and responding to questions as needed.
• Attendance is an essential function of this position.
• Performing all other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Accrue up to 4 weeks of PTO/ESST, plus company-designated holidays and floating holidays
• 403(b) Retirement Savings Plan with a 3% employer-match
• Multiple health and dental insurance plan choices available
• Lifestyle Benefit – choice between company contribution to health savings account, student loan repayment assistance, or flex time
• Employer-paid Short & Long-Term Disability Insurance & Life Insurance
• Free access to People Incorporated's Training Institute, offering free CEUs and a wide array of learning and education opportunities
• Eligibility for state and federal loan forgiveness programs

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED