Skilled Nursing Billing Specialist - Remote

Oakdale Seniors Alliance; Chattanooga (TN); Remote; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Oakdale Seniors Alliance is seeking a Billing Specialist to assist with billing and collections for resident receivables. The role involves managing claims, collaborating with departments to reduce financial risk, and posting remittance advices. Ideal candidates should have an accounting degree, healthcare experience, and a passion for working with seniors.

Qualifications

• 2 years of experience in Skilled Nursing healthcare industry.
• Organized and detailed performance expected.

Responsibilities

• Ensure claims are monitored and worked for maximum cash flow.
• Follow up on AR balances including calls to insurance companies.

Skills

Communication Skills

Attention to Detail

Self-discipline

Education

Accounting Degree or equivalent

Tools

MS Excel

Billing and Accounting Software

Job description

Oakdale Seniors Alliance is seeking a dedicated Billing Specialist to join our team! In this unique role, you'll assist with the billing and collection of resident receivables for assigned payers, including Medicare, Managed Care, Third Party/Medicaid Coinsurance, and Medicaid.

What You'll Do:

• Responsible for ensuring that all claims are monitored while in process and that returned claims are worked timely for maximum cash flow.

• Posts remittance advices timely and completes adjustments, as needed.

• Enters collection notes into EMR system at a minimum of every 30 days, providing a clear explanation of why AR balances are outstanding and what action is being taken to collect.

• Follow up on AR balances to include phone calls to insurance companies, as well as checking web portals for status of ADR’s, authorizations, claim status and remittance advices.

• Ensures that policies and procedures for Medicare bad debt are followed and that monthly reports are prepared timely and accurately.

• Collaborates with a variety of departments to reduce financial risk, maximize collections, and ensures that claims/statements are being followed up on a timely basis.

Who You Are:

• Compassion for and desire to work with seniors!

• Accounting Degree and/or equivalent work experience

• 2 years of experience in Skilled Nursing health care industry

• Organized and detailed in work performance.

• Good communication skills with excellent self-discipline and patience.

• Proficient at MS Excel, billing and accounting software

If you are a passionate healthcare professional who enjoys building relationships and advocating for seniors, we encourage you to apply!

To Apply:

Please submit your resume!

This is a remote position with preference given for candidates in CO, FL, MI, MO, PA, TN, TX, or VA.

Oakdale Seniors Alliance is an Equal Opportunity Employer.