Medical Billing - Accounts Receivable Specialist

Position: Medical Billing - Accounts Receivable Specialist (Part-Time) Autism Learning Institute seeks a part-time (up to 25 hours per week) Accounts Receivable Specialist to join our growing team. We are looking for someone self-motivated, organized, and can work independently. The Accounts Receivable Specialist will work closely with the Billing Manager and Customer Service team to assist with resolving billing issues. The ideal candidate will have strong communication skills and be able to work well in a team environment. About our organization: Autism Learning Institute (ALI) is a trusted ABA therapy company providing center-based, in-home, community and school-based services to children diagnosed with ASD and other comorbidities. ALI is comprised of Behavior Analysts (BCBAs), Behavior Technicians (RBTs/BTs) and a strong administrative team who work together to provide ABA services for children with autism throughout northern New Jersey. We were founded with the belief that every child and their family should have access to high quality and effective individualized treatment applying the evidence-based science of ABA. Our belief is that every child can learn. For more information visit our website (www.ali-therapy.com). Responsibilities/Job Description: This role requires excellent customer service skills for communicating with patients, insurance companies and other medical providers

• Work 3-5 hrs day/ 15-25 hrs week / Mon through Fri
• Work anytime with set hours between 8am-5pm (EST)- flexible work schedule
• Attention to detail and problem solving is key
• Looking for a detailed and quick learner with good time management skills
• Seeking a team player who communicates, reinforces, and supports the values, culture, and mission of the organization
• Commercial insurance and Medicaid experience required
• EMR system and HIPAA experience required
• Knowledge of ICD-10 and CPT physician coding required

This position entails:

• Ensure accurate and timely billing of all accounts receivable
• Ensure accurate and timely collection of all payments due from insurance companies and patient responsibility
• Review, denials and rejections from payors
• Ensure follow up on denied claims occur on a timely basis
• Resubmit all claims denied due to issues
• Maintain and update payor medical policy for prompt reimbursement
• Following up with insurance and patient aging accounts receivable
• Posting insurance payments and submitting appeals and reconsiderations for payment
• Helping resolve payment issues by contacting insurance via telephone and computer portals, working with patients and setting up payment plans
• Reconciling insurance payments, posting and balancing financial data
• Review, approve and daily batching of patient electronic or text statements
• Identifying delinquent accounts and making arrangements for payment
• General proficiency in Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, and Microsoft Outlook
• Must be able to communicate over the phone clearly to patient families and insurance companies
• Other tasks assigned as needed

Qualifications and Skills:

• 3-5 yrs. A/R Medical Billing experience (required).
• Ability to effectively use Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Demonstrate High level of Insurance Knowledge/ Insurance Follow-up.
• Central Reach software experience (preferred)
• Exceptional attention to detail, critical thinking, and excellent communication with clients
• Comfort with ambiguity and an entrepreneurial ownership mindset
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to prioritize and multitask and work independently
• Demonstrate ability to communicate with multiple parents/family members.

Job Type: Full-time Pay: $20.00 - $25.00 per hour Benefits:

• Flexible schedule
• Professional development assistance

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