First Children Services is looking for a Billing Specialist to join our team!

The Billing Specialist will be responsible for the billing and collection of our commercial and Medicaid insurance lines. Responsibilities will include: billing and claim submission, payment posting, accounts receivable management, statement processing, self-pay, and bad debt processing. This position will also be responsible for billing and collections with districts school districts and other agencies.

Hours:

M-F 8:30am - 5:00pm

Reports To:

Director of Revenue Cycle

Rate:

Commensurate with Experience

Employee Status:

Full-Time, Non-Exempt, Benefits Eligible.

Location: Cherry Hill, NJ

Essential Functions and Responsibilities

• Manage day to day issues and problems, escalating in a timely manner as necessary
• Incorporate all Departmental and Administrative Policies and Procedures into daily activities
• Daily workflow organization
• Maintain confidentiality in all aspects of patient care, employee activities and office environment
• Work with lead and director improve collection outcomes and revenue realization as well as minimize revenue write offs and bad debt
• The responsibilities listed are a general overview of the position and additional duties may be assigned.

Education and Experience:

• Minimum HS Diploma.
• Minimum 2 years experience with insurance verification in the healthcare field.
• Familiar with Central Reach and QuickBooks is a plus.
• Knowledge of payor medical policy and clinical guidelines.
• Maintains a working knowledge of ICD-10-CM, CPT-4 coding principles, changes, government regulations, updates and industry requirements related to third party billing protocol requirements, as well as, trends in the prospective payment system.
• Able to clearly document processes and facilitate process to external users.
• Strong knowledge of payor and clearinghouse claim edits and rules.
• Must demonstrate proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Powerpoint and Word.
• Must have strong work ethic, reliable, well-organized, and a self-starter.
• Attention to detail, strong project management skills, and ability to meet deadlines.
• Possess strong organizational and time management skills, including the ability to maintain paper/electronic files.
• Strong problem-solving skills, basic accounting principles knowledge, documentation skills, and multi-tasking skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
• Ability to interact with employees and providers in a professional manner.
• Ability to work independently and with a team in a fast-paced environment with emphasis on accuracy and timeliness.
• Must be able to read, write and understand verbal and written English.
• Must display a professional attitude.

First Children Services is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status.