What are the responsibilities and job description for the Billing Specialist position at Northwestern Counseling & Support Services Inc?
Northwestern Counseling & Support Services is seeking a full-time Billing Specialist to join their billing team. The team is responsible for processing agency billing, including self-pay, commercial insurance, and Medicaid billing. The billing team supports two agencies and some travel to Lamoille County might be required.
Essential duties include:
- Maintaining credentialing requirements for all licensed staff
- Actively work Aged Trial Balance Report to ensure claims are accurate and billable.
- Identify and resolve claim edits through understanding of billing guidelines and payer requirements
- Submit electronic billing claims biweekly
Candidates should have experience in:
- Insurance billing procedures
- Credentialing processes
- Medical records management
Applicants must have:
- Strong customer service skills
- Positive attitude
- Ability to work independently and with a variety of personalities
- Proficiency in the use of Outlook, Microsoft products including excel
- Able to maintain multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment honoring strict confidentiality laws
- Attention to detail and organizational skills
- Billing experience
To perform this job successfully, an individual should be familiar with customer service, administrative experience, and computer skills.
EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE: Associates Degree; or equivalent combination of related education, training and experience such as relevant certificate from college or technical school.