Education Data & Medicaid Billing Specialist

Gallup-McKinley County Schools; Gallup (NM); On-site; USD 59,000 - 71,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Public Service Loan Forgiveness

Job summary

Gallup-McKinley County Schools seeks a Special Education Data Specialist to oversee Medicaid billing, state reporting processes, and compliance for Special Education services. The role requires coordinating documentation, submissions, and follow-up of claims, with strong data management responsibilities.

The position supports education programs for students receiving Special Education services, ensuring accuracy and compliance with Medicaid and NMPED reporting requirements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent in healthcare, business administration, education, data management, information systems, public administration, or related field.
• Experience with data management, records management, office administration, healthcare administration, education, or related field.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Excel and Word.
• Ability to work collaboratively with district personnel, service providers, and external agencies.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and submit accurate Medicaid claims for eligible services provided to students.
• Review student IEPs to ensure Medicaid-covered services are billed.
• Monitor and track claims; follow up on unpaid or denied claims.
• Maintain records of Medicaid services and ensure data accuracy for reimbursement and reporting.
• Serve as liaison between district, Medicaid agencies, and state reporting entities.

Skills

Microsoft Office

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in healthcare, business administration, education, data management, information systems, public administration, or a related field

Tools

NOVA

Student Information Systems

Medicaid billing systems

Job description

Gallup-McKinley County Schools seeks a Special Education Data Specialist to oversee Medicaid billing, state reporting processes, and compliance for Special Education services. The role requires coordinating documentation, submissions, and follow-up of claims, with strong data management responsibilities.

The position supports education programs for students receiving Special Education services, ensuring accuracy and compliance with Medicaid and NMPED reporting requirements.