Part-Time Behavioral Health Billing Specialist

Alternative Wellness Services, Inc • Portland, ME

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About The Position

Join Our Team as a Part-Time Behavioral Health Billing Specialist. Are you an experienced medical biller with a strong understanding of behavioral health services and a passion for accuracy and client service? Alternative Wellness Services (AWS) is seeking a Part-Time Billing Specialist to join our growing team. In this role, you’ll focus exclusively on billing and client account management. You’ll ensure claims are processed efficiently, balances are monitored, and clients receive clear and compassionate communication about their accounts.

Requirements

• Minimum of 2 years of medical billing experience, preferably in behavioral health
• Strong understanding of claim processing, payor follow-up, CPT coding, and patient billing procedures
• Detail-oriented, organized, and proficient in billing software and electronic health record systems
• Able to work independently while collaborating effectively with the billing and administrative teams
• Availability: 3 days per week, on-site in our Portland office

Responsibilities

• Prepare and submit claims for behavioral health services accurately and in a timely manner
• Review and correct claim rejections or denials, following up as needed to ensure resolution
• Post payments, track balances, and reconcile patient accounts
• Communicate with insurance payors to verify benefits, resolve discrepancies, and update account information
• Contact clients regarding account balances and payment status in a professional, supportive manner
• Collect payments, establish and maintain payment plans, and ensure timely follow-up on outstanding balances
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of CPT codes, insurance requirements, and behavioral health billing regulations
• Support the billing team with reporting, process improvements, and other administrative tasks as needed

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time