Billing Specialist ( $26 an Hour )

Developmental Disability Center Of; Omaha (NE); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Developmental Disability Center Of Omaha, NE seeks a Billing Specialist to manage claims and payments across government and commercial plans. This full-time, day-shift role directly supports revenue, budgeting, and essential healthcare services.

You will enter and review claim data, follow up on denials, post payments, ensure timely filing, and assist clients with Social Security and DHHS benefits as needed. Strong detail, communication, and typing skills are required.

Qualifications

• Self-starter capable of working independently.
• Attention to detail and adherence to policies.
• Strong problem-solving and prioritization skills.
• Flexible and adaptable to change.
• Excellent verbal and written communication.
• Respectful and courteous in diverse environments.
• Associate degree or equivalent required.
• Touch typing and 10-key with speed and accuracy.
• Proficient in Windows, Word, and Excel.

Responsibilities

• Enter, review, correct, and file claim information.
• Follow up on pending claims to ensure timely payments.
• Resolve claim denials promptly.
• Post payments after reconciling with EOB.
• Meet timely filing and other deadlines.
• Maintain required files of all documents.
• Comply with HIPAA and regulations.
• Assist individuals applying for Social Security benefits with DHHS.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Attention to detail

Problem solving

Communication skills

Flexibility

Team player

Education

Associate degree

Tools

Windows

Microsoft Word

Excel

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: OMAHA, NEBRASKA - OMAHA, NE 68114

Position Type: Full Time

Education Level: 2 Year Degree

Travel Percentage: None

Job Shift: Day

Job Category: Accounting

Scope and Impact

The Billing Specialist is responsible for compiling and filing claims with, and processing payments from, government and commercial health insurance plans and individual patients.

The Billing Specialist is a direct link between the Billing Coordinator and QA Director and DHHS. While generating claims and receiving payments, the Billing Specialist interacts directly with the billing Coordinator, providers, and clients. The claims generated represent significant revenue and impact the ability to meet budget goals, deliver essential healthcare services, and achieve the DDCN mission. Accuracy and productivity in this position are mandatory.

Job Duties

• Receives, reviews, corrects, and enters claim information into billing system.
• Follows-up on pending claims to help ensure timely payments.
• Promptly resolves issues related to claim denials.
• Receives payments, reconciles with Explanation of Benefits, and then posts as appropriate.
• Performs all responsibilities to meet timely filing and other time sensitive requirements.
• Maintains required files of all appropriate documents and information.
• Complies with HIPAA and other regulations and requirements.
• Communicate and help individuals apply for Social Security Benefits and other benefits with DHHS.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Qualifications Requires a self-starter with the ability to work independently and as an effective team member in a professional environment.

• Attention to detail and adherence to established policies and procedures required.
• Candidate will be a problem solver, with the ability to organize and prioritize responsibilities.
• Candidate must be flexible and able to embrace and implement change.
• Effective oral and written communication skills are required.
• Good-natured with a positive attitude and a smile; always courteous and respectful to co-workers.
• Always courteous and respectful regardless of race, religion, personal and/or economic situation.
• Minimum of Associate Degree diploma or equivalent required.
• Touch typing/keyboarding and touch10-key, both with speed and accuracy, are required.
• Working knowledge of Windows personal computer, Microsoft Word, and Excel, required.