Billing Specialist

blackbirdhealth; United States; Remote; USD 30,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

401(k) with company match

Employer-paid life insurance

Paid time off (PTO)

Career growth opportunities

Supportive team culture

Job summary

Blackbird Health is seeking a Billing Specialist to join our growing Revenue Cycle Management team. You will manage insurance A/R, resolve denied claims, and serve as a primary contact for patients navigating billing matters.

Join a collaborative, mission-driven pediatric mental health organization that values patient advocacy, accuracy, and confidentiality while supporting career growth and a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• 2-4 years of healthcare billing experience with insurance and EHR/PM systems.
• 1-3 years of customer service experience.
• In-depth knowledge of CPT/ICD-10 coding and insurance terminology.
• Demonstrated ability to maintain strict HIPAA compliance and patient confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Resolve insurance claim denials and work with payers for reimbursement.
• Investigate denials via portals and submit appeals when needed.
• Contact patients to update insurance or payment details and set up payment plans.
• Process credit card payments and refunds; ensure accurate patient balances.
• Collaborate with clinicians and billing teams to resolve issues.

Skills

Communication skills

Customer service

HIPAA compliance

Attention to detail

Tools

AthenaHealth

Epic

eClinicalWorks

Job description

About Blackbird Health

Blackbird Health is clinician-founded, owned, and operated by dedicated professionals. We believe that providing the best care for children starts with building the best possible team. We deliver virtual and in-person mental health services across Pennsylvania, Virginia, New Jersey & Maryland and we're growing into new markets in 2027.

At Blackbird, we take a whole-child approach, looking at how the brain, body, and behavior interact to address the root causes of challenges, not just the symptoms. Every role matters here, and you'll join a collaborative, supportive, and innovative team that's shaping the future of pediatric mental health care. If you're passionate about helping children and families while growing your career, Blackbird is the place to make an impact.

Join us and help change mental health care for children for the better!

Position Summary

As a Billing Specialist at Blackbird Health, you will join our growing Revenue Cycle Management (RCM) team under the direction of the Senior Manager of RCM. In this role, you will manage insurance Accounts Receivable (A/R) and serve as a key point of contact for patients and families navigating billing or insurance questions. You will resolve denied claims, handle payment posting and refunds, verify patient eligibility, and collaborate closely with clinicians to ensure a seamless, supportive billing experience.

What makes you, you

• Outstanding communication skills with a strong focus on customer service and patient advocacy.
• A collaborative mindset with a desire to work in a supportive, collegial, and cooperative environment.
• Resourceful and proactive with strong initiative, problem-solving skills, and good judgement.
• Open to professional feedback with the flexibility to adapt in a dynamic, growing organization.
• High integrity and dedication to maintaining confidentiality in accordance with HIPAA guidelines.

How you'll make an impact

• Resolve insurance claim denials and work directly with insurance providers, payers, and third parties to ensure timely and accurate claim reimbursement based on contracted rates.
• Investigate claim denials via insurance portals to resubmit clean claims or draft formal appeals when necessary.
• Contact patients and families via phone, email, and patient engagement platforms to update insurance or payment details, set up payment plans, and answer billing inquiries.
• Process credit card payments, review and process insurance and patient refunds, and ensure patient responsibility is accurately reflected on invoices.
• Partner with Blackbird clinicians and internal teams to resolve billing issues related to patient payments or insurance coverage.

The basics you'll need

• 2-4 years of healthcare billing experience working with insurance companies and EHR/PM systems (e.g., AthenaHealth, Epic, eClinicalWorks).
• 1-3 years of experience in a customer service setting.
• In-depth knowledge of medical billing procedures, CPT/ICD-10 coding, and insurance terminology.
• Demonstrated ability to maintain strict HIPAA compliance and patient confidentiality.

Nice to have

Prior billing experience in a behavioral health or pediatric healthcare setting.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage available on day 1 of employment
• 401(k) with company match
• Employer-paid life insurance coverage
• Generous paid time off (PTO)
• Excellent administrative support and opportunities for long-term career growth
• Supportive work culture made up of intelligent, humble, compassionate, and hardworking colleagues

Salary Range

$22 - $26 USD

Join us!

To raise the standard of pediatric mental health care through accurate understanding and precise treatment that reflect how each child's brain, body, and behavior work together.

"It's so rare to find comprehensive care like this---from testing to therapy to med management (and more)--all in one place. In addition, the school advocacy support we receive is unprecedented. We no longer feel like we are managing things alone."

Fostering an inclusive environment

Blackbird is committed to cultivating and preserving a culture of inclusion and belonging. We are able to grow and learn better together with a diverse team of employees. In recruiting for our team, we welcome the unique contributions that you can bring in terms of your education, opinions, culture, ethnicity, race, sex, gender identity and expression, nation of origin, age, languages spoken, veteran status, color, religion, disability, sexual orientation and beliefs. Blackbird provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type. If you need a reasonable accommodation during the application or interview process, please contact us at [e-mail] so we can support you.

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