What are the responsibilities and job description for the Billing Coordinator position at Hiawatha Valley Mental Health Center?
COMPANY SUMMARY:
Hiawatha Valley Mental Health Center is the community leader in delivering exceptional, responsive and consumer focused behavioral health services. In 1964, we were established by a dedicated group of concerned citizens and government officials of Houston, Wabasha, and Winona counties. In 1965, we opened our first clinic in Winona. Today we provide services in Winona, Houston, Wabasha, Goodhue and Fillmore counties.
At Hiawatha Valley Mental Health Center, we know the importance of work/ life balance. We allow flexibility in staff members' scheduling to meet this need. We pride ourselves on helping our employees grow and develop within the agency by hiring internally within our organization, when possible. For staff members that need Clinical Supervision to pursue licensing, we offer this education training at Hiawatha Valley Mental Health Center for free. HVMHC is committed to enhancing diversity within our team. We strive to foster inclusive work and service environments to support team members and clients with various lived experiences and comprehensive and consumer focused behavioral health services.
TITLE: Billing Coordinator
PROGRAM: All
JOB SUMMARY: Responsible for accurate, efficient and timely insurance billing.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES AND ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
- Timely and efficiently batch up and review behavioral health claims and submit to appropriate pay centers.
- Research and investigate all denied claims.
- Research and investigate all open claims.
- Timely and efficiently, post all payments to appropriate clients/claims.
- Act as a liaison between intake staff and reception staff to ensure correct information is obtained and entered into the MIS and ECR.
- Request authorizations when necessary.
- Assist where needed and as allowed in Finance Department.
NON-ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Perform other duties as assigned by the Finance Director.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS FOR POSITION: Must be able to walk, sit, stand, crouch, twist, bend, reach overhead, maneuver stairs and stretch in a manner conducive to the execution of daily activities. Must be able to move around the office on a daily basis. While performing the duties of this job, the employee must communicate with others and exchange information. This is primarily a sedentary position (standing and/or sitting). Employee regularly operates a computer and other office equipment on a daily basis. Occasional bending and lifting of office materials up to 30 lbs.
EQUIPMENT USED: Word processing software Windows environment, billing/schedules/clinical software, 10-key calculator, personal computer, printer, copier, postage meter, telephone.
JOB QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS:
- Ability to operate computer with previous computer experience.
- Good organizational skills.
- Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
- Must be able to maintain confidentiality.
- Must possess a vehicle, valid driver’s license, and a willingness to travel as needed to organization locations throughout SE MN.
WORK ENVIRONMENT: Hiawatha Valley Mental Health Center is committed to providing a safe and inclusive work environment free from harassment, violence and discrimination. Our inclusive work environment represents many different backgrounds, cultures and viewpoints. The core values we live by include: integrity, respect, people focused, community focused, continuous improvement, compassion, partnership and collaboration, empowerment and financial stewardship. All Hiawatha Valley Mental Health Center owned facilities are smoke/drug free environments, with some exposure to excessive noise, dust and temperature. The employee is occasionally exposed to a variety of conditions at client sites.
SUPERVISED BY: Finance Director
SUPERVISES: None
POSITION DESIGNATION: Non-Exempt, Full Time
EEO- We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.
Completion of and passing the background check is required and a part of the application process, if a job offer is extended to an applicant. Completion of the mental health practitioner verification form and/or professional conduct inquiry form will also be a part of the application process if applicable to the position.
Salary : $17 - $25