BEHAVIORAL HEALTH BILLING CODING SPECIALIST

PREFERRED BEHAVIORAL HEALTH OF NEW JERSEY; Toms River (NJ); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Life Insurance

AD&D Insurance

Flexible Spending Account

Health Savings Account

403(b) Plan

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Preferred Behavioral Health Group is seeking a Behavioral Health Billing Coding Specialist to join our team in Toms River, NJ. The role requires 3+ years of behavioral health billing coding experience and familiarity with NJMHAPP, Medicare, Medicaid, and other payors.

You will handle claims submission, follow-ups, and payer communications in a detail-oriented, compliance-driven environment. The candidate will work with both for-profit and non-profit segments, using CPT/ICD-10/HCPCS coding and

Qualifications

• 3+ years of behavioral health billing coding experience.
• Experience with NJMHAPP and commercial, Medicare, Medicaid payors.
• Proficiency with CPT, ICD-10, and HCPCS coding standards.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Billing certificates (CPB, CMRS) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Submit claims to NJMHAAP, commercial, Medicare, Medicaid, state and county payors.
• Follow-up on outstanding claims and resolve denials promptly.
• Use payer portals for submission, eligibility checks and follow-up.
• Review payer rejections and reporting in clearinghouse.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of billing codes and regulations.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local billing rules.
• Communicate with clients about billing inquiries and options.
• Collaborate with Quality and Compliance to optimize workflows.

Skills

CPT coding

ICD-10 coding

HCPCS coding

Billing processes

Payer negotiation

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Billing software

Clearinghouse systems

EHR/EMR systems

Job description

BEHAVIORAL HEALTH BILLING CODING SPECIALIST

About this position

If you are looking to make an impact by helping others, then Preferred Behavioral Health Group is the place for you! By joining our award-winning team, you will become part of the premier behavioral health organization in New Jersey. PBHG is a dynamic and innovative non-profit organization that was proudly named one of "THE BEST PLACES TO WORK IN NEW JERSEY" for BOTH 2024 and 2025 by NJBIZ! Our mission is to change lives and save lives across the state of New Jersey through a Trauma Informed Care culture.

Our staff is at the core of everything we do. We are dedicated to building a diverse team where employees feel a sense of belonging and are valued for their individual contributions. We encourage staff development and embrace a growth mindset. If you are interested in pursuing an exciting and rewarding career while being part of a recognized Best Place to Work, please submit your resume today for consideration!

Job Title: Behavioral Health Medical Billing Coding Specialist

location: Office 52 Hyers Street, Toms River New Jersey

Position Type: Full Time

Job Description/Summary

We are seeking an experienced, detail-oriented Behavioral Health Medical Billing Coding Specialist with at least3years of behavioral health billing coding experience. The ideal candidate will have experience in both for-profit and non-profit behavioral health organizations and possess expert-level knowledge of NJMHAPP, commercial, Medicare, Medicaid, State, and County behavioral health payors. This role requires accuracy and the ability to navigate in complex billing environments.

Responsibilities

• Submit claims to NJMHAAP, commercial, Medicare, Medicaid, state, and county payors, following payer-specific rules and regulations.
• Conduct timely follow-up on outstanding claims and resolve denials.
• Use payer portals for claim submission, eligibility checks, and claims follow-up.
• Review payer rejections and reporting in clearinghouse.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of billing codes, compliance guidelines, and regulatory changes.
• Ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local billing regulations.
• Review and send patient statements; manage delinquent accounts
• Communicate with clients about any billing inquires included but not limited to payment options, client hardships, and client fees.
• Collaborate with Quality and Compliance to support optimal system configuration and workflow efficiency.
• Coordinate offshore billing team to maintain quality standards and performance goals.
• Minimum of 3 years of behavioral health medical billing coding experience.
• Experience in both for-profit and non-profit behavioral health settings is preferred.
• Proficiency with commercial, Medicare, Medicaid, state, and county payor portals.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Billing Coding Certificates (CPB, CMRS, or equivalent) are preferred.

Knowledge & Technical Skills

• In-depth understanding of CPT, ICD-10, and HCPCS coding standards.
• Proficiency in medical office systems and billing software.
• Knowledge of clearinghouse, Inovalon experience preferred.
• Strong understanding of payer regulations and behavioral health billing requirements.
• Use a trauma informed approach to all client financial concerns.
• Familiarity with claim submission processes, billing software, EHR/EMR systems.
• Strong problem-solving skills for resolving complex billing and reimbursement issues.

• o Medical, Dental and Prescription Insurance
• o 403(b) Retirement Plan
• o Generous Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays
• o Long Term Disability Insurance
• o Life and AD&D Insurance
• o Employee Assistance Program
• o Flexible Spending Account and Health Savings Account
• o Voluntary Benefits, such as Vision Insurance, Aflac, Pet Insurance
• o Staff Training and Development Opportunities
• o Employee Referral Bonus program

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