Pharmacy Billing Specialist: Claims & Coverage Expert

Guardian Pharmacy, LLC; Brunswick (ME); On-site; USD 30,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with company match

Medical, Dental and Vision

Health Savings Accounts

Job summary

Guardian Pharmacy of Maine, Brunswick, is seeking a detail‑oriented Billing Specialist to join our on‑site team. You will process patient bills and insurance claims, handle daily and month‑end billing tasks, and deliver excellent service to patients, caregivers, providers and payers.

Must be flexible 6 am–7 pm, with 1+ year of related billing experience and pharmacy or medical billing background. Compensation starts at $22/hour with full benefits for eligible employees.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Pharmacy Technician license/certification/registration per state requirements; National Certification preferred (PTCB) may be required (pharmacy specific).

Responsibilities

• Research and establish patient eligibility coverage with insurance providers including private individuals and/or government entities.
• Reverify benefit coverage criteria as needed for claims follow up.
• Accurately enters and/or updates patient/insurance information into billing system.
• Maintain and continually audit patient files and corresponding documentation necessary to defend third party audits and ensure payer and company compliance.
• Accurately enter patient information into the pharmacy system.
• Provide assistance and timely response to all billing customer inquiries via phone or electronic communications.
• Research and resolve patient billing issues regarding insurance eligibility, coverage, and related benefits.
• Provide guidance and support to resident or responsible party by running Medicare plan comparisons during open enrollment and special enrollment periods.
• Proactively review patient profiles, drug regimens and insurance coverage to evaluate options to save resident money.
• Responsible for completion of daily census, admit, discharge, and room changes for the facilities assigned.
• Process patient payments, returns, and credits.
• Transmit individual credit card payments as needed.
• May pursue payment from delinquent accounts and make payment arrangements.
• Research, identify and organize requested audit documentation in timely manner.
• Perform prescription claims adjudication including communication with insurance companies regarding rejected claims, eligibility, prior authorizations or other issues as needed.
• Make corrections as needed and rebill claims as necessary.
• Develop knowledge and understanding in pharmacy facility billing requirements (Medicare, Medicaid, Prescription Drug Plans (PDPs) and Third‑Party Insurances).
• Develop proficiency in the utilization of pharmacy information systems to meet operational needs and regulatory requirements. This includes using pharmacy systems to process prior authorizations, resolve rejections, produce various reports as necessary, and complete billing functions.
• Rotate through other departments to gain working/functional knowledge of other department workflows.
• Follow all applicable government regulations including HIPAA.
• Work as a collaborative team member to meet the service goals of the pharmacy.
• Other essential functions and duties may be assigned as needed.

Skills

Advanced computer skills

Pharmacy system experience

Attention to detail

Independent worker

Deadline driven

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Pharmacy Technician license/certification/registration per state requirements; National Certification preferred (PTCB)

Tools

Pharmacy information system

Job description

Guardian Pharmacy of Maine, Brunswick, is seeking a detail‑oriented Billing Specialist to join our on‑site team. You will process patient bills and insurance claims, handle daily and month‑end billing tasks, and deliver excellent service to patients, caregivers, providers and payers.

Must be flexible 6 am–7 pm, with 1+ year of related billing experience and pharmacy or medical billing background. Compensation starts at $22/hour with full benefits for eligible employees.