Medical Billing & Claims Technician

State of Alaska; Anchorage (AK); On-site; USD 45,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Alaska Psychiatric Institute (API) is seeking an Accounting Technician 1 to perform technical examination of medical accounting and billing for institutional and professional claims using Meditech MT and third-party clearinghouse submissions. The role involves reviewing denied claims and reconciling payments in the hospital information system.

Candidate will work under supervision to ensure adherence to standards, with potential for advancement within API, or the Alaska Department of Family and

Qualifications

• One year of clerical work experience maintaining records with computer systems and basic arithmetic.
• Formal vocational education in accounting or bookkeeping may substitute for the required experience.

Responsibilities

• Review, audit, and submit medical claims.
• Navigate payer portals and resources for clarification and appeal.
• Enter and reconcile payments for medical claims in the hospital information system.

Skills

Accounting

Accounting Operations

Principles of Accounting

Analysis and Assessment

Problem Solving

Education

Vocational education in accounting or bookkeeping

Post-secondary education in accounting

Tools

Meditech MT

SSI Clearinghouse

Job description

Alaska Psychiatric Institute (API) is seeking an Accounting Technician 1 to perform technical examination of medical accounting and billing for institutional and professional claims using Meditech MT and third-party clearinghouse submissions. The role involves reviewing denied claims and reconciling payments in the hospital information system.

Candidate will work under supervision to ensure adherence to standards, with potential for advancement within API, or the Alaska Department of Family and