Job scope: Responsible for all billing, third party payments, client billing, and payment functions related to substance abuse and substance abuse criminal justice program services. The person in this position ensures that all claims or invoices are submitted accurately and in a timely manner. Maintains proper backup for all related third party billing and contract transactions and submits monthly billing reports to the Center's accounting department. The position also assists in audits as necessary and required by applicable payers and contractors. Position requires use of independent judgment, an in-depth understanding of third party/contract billing and payment requirements, MIS programs, and the ability to interact with peers, program managers and state contract managers.
Education/licensure:
High School Diploma Required - Completion of courses in business / business administration preferred
Current valid driver's license in state of residence.
Experience/Knowledge:
Requires advanced organizational skills and ability to manage multiple tasks
Requires advanced oral and written communication skills with emphasis on extracting and providing concise and accurate information
Requires knowledge of center third party funding sources / programs and applicable billing requirements
Experience in Current Procedural Terminology (CPT) coding preferred
Knowledge of basic business administration principles
Demonstrates aptitude for logical and deliberate problem solving and decision making
Demonstrates competency in Microsoft Word / Excel and ability to learn multiple billing software applications
Computer data entry experience / emphasizing speed and accuracy
Physical requirements that are bona fide occupational qualifications essential to the performance of the job:
Moderate lifting and carrying up to a maximum of 35 pounds. Sitting for prolonged periods, walking, bending, stooping, kneeling, and reaching above shoulder height. Fine motor skills necessary to operate essential office equipment. Ability to read and visual acuity to decipher printed information at 8 lines per inch. Work site is inside office environment