Billing Specialist

Company: NW Counseling Associates, LLC
Location: Hillsboro
Posted on: May 16, 2022

Job Description:

Job DescriptionSalary: $20-25 per hourMedical Billing Specialist, full timeWe are looking for an experienced medical biller to join our team and share in our mission to serve the mental health needs of children, teens and families in our community. This is a full time position which is office-based with future option for some remote work.Who is NW Counseling Associates?We are an outpatient mental health clinic serving children, teens and families in Washington County and the greater Portland metro area. Our clinic works with both OHP as well as private insurance. The clinic has been serving the community since 2014 and provides both therapy services and psychiatric medication management. As a team, we believe in each individual's innate ability to grow, create meaningful change in their life and sustain connection and community with others. A successful candidate for this position will not only have the required skills but share in our commitment to excellence, working collaboratively with one another and valuing diversity and inclusion.Description of responsibilities:

• Verify insurance information and benefits, keeping detailed notes as part of client record
• Communicate effectively with clients and families regarding their accounts and insurance benefits
• Oversee claim submission, tracking and follow up.
• Record payments, monitor client accounts, and communicate with clinicians about account issues and necessary action steps.
• Send out monthly client statements and create reports of aging claims and authorization
• Support and track insurance credentialing
• Participate in the planning and implementation of security policies and procedures
• Maintain clear communication between clinical team and administrative support staff
• Maintain confidentiality of sensitive patient information at all times.
• Maintain excellent patient relations.Job requirements:
  • Minimum of 2 years experience in accounting, medical billing or claims. Prior managerial experience a plus.
  • A Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience
  • Excellent computer skills, specifically within the Google Workspace (sheets, docs, forms). Experience with Quickbooks would be a plus.
  • Excellent organizational skills that allow for successful task tracking and completion
  • Problem solving and communication skills to work through challenging claims issues with insurance companies
  • Self-starter who is willing to seek out support and training when neededCOVID-related requirements: As a healthcare facility, employees must verify they are fully vaccinated. In addition, employees must comply with OHA requirements for masking in the workplace. Pay: This is a full time position, paying $20-25/hr depending on experience. Job Type: Full time - 40 hr/week, flexible schedule with potential of some remote workBenefits:Medical insurance401(k)401(k) matchingPaid time offFlexible schedule

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