Billing Specialist

Ruth Ellis Center Inc; Highland Park (MI); On-site; USD 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Ruth Ellis Center is seeking a Billing Specialist to manage claims for mental health services. This role requires expertise in insurance billing practices and supports the Behavioral Health team in optimizing billing potential. If you are organized, knowledgeable about HIPAA, and have experience in medical billing, apply now!

Benefits

Growth opportunities

Casual work attire

Work-from-home days (based on role)

Qualifications

• 3+ years’ experience with medical billing, preferably in community mental health.
• In-depth knowledge of insurance billing including Medicare and Medicaid.
• Strong understanding of HIPAA regulations.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for submission and processing of claims for mental health services.
• Ensures timely, accurate billing submissions.
• Works with Finance to maximize revenue billed.

Skills

Insurance Billing Knowledge

Communication Skills

Organizational Skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate or bachelor's degree in healthcare administration or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office Software

Job description

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Base pay range

$50,000.00/yr - $60,000.00/yr

Full-Time, Salary Exempt

Salary Range: $50,000-$60,000

ABOUT US:

We are innovative, inclusive, supportive, with a mission to create opportunities with LGBTQ+ young people to build their vision for a positive future. Our vision is a world where LGBTQ+ young people are safe and supported no matter where they go.

• Our work environment includes:
• Modern office settings
• Growth opportunities
• Casual work attire
• Work-from-home days (based on role)
  
  
  

JOB SUMMARY:

The Billing Specialist is responsible for submission and processing of claims for all mental health services rendered at the Ruth Ellis Center. The Billing Specialist possesses an extensive knowledge of Behavioral Health CPT codes and supports the Behavioral Health team in maximizing their billing potential. This position ensures that billing submissions are timely, accurate, and reflect the scope of services provided by the Behavioral Health team. This position works closely with the Finance Department to ensure that all revenue billed by the Behavioral Health Team is recouped. This position reports data to the Integrated Health team Leads regarding current revenue goals. The Billing Specialist is responsible for the submission of Financial Status Reports (FSRs) related to current grant funding.

WHAT YOU NEED:

• High school diploma or equivalent required; associate or bachelor's degree in healthcare administration, Billing, or related field preferred.
• At least three (3) years’ experience with medical billing, preferably in a community mental health setting.
• In-depth knowledge of insurance billing, including Medicare, Medicaid, private insurance, and behavioral health billing practices.
• Strong understanding of HIPAA regulations and confidentiality protocols.
• Strong communication skills, organizational skills, and experience along with ability to connect and relate to staff, stakeholders, insurance companies, etc.
• Experience with Microsoft Office Software including Outlook, OneDrive, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
  
  
  

EEO STATEMENT:

The Ruth Ellis Center is an equal opportunity employer and makes employment decisions on the basis of merit. The agency does not discriminate based race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, marital status, national origin, citizenship, veteran status, age, disability as protected by federal, state, and local laws, genetic information, or any other characteristic that is protected by law.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Accounting/Auditing and Finance

• Industries

  Individual and Family Services

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