Billing Specialist (Medicaid)

JOP OPENING : Billing Specialist (LA / TN / MS Medicaid)

JOB SUMMARY : Responsible for processing and resolving insurance claims. Ensuring proper payment of claims, appealing of denials and resolution of claims.

JOB LOCATION : This position is based in the office, located in Lafayette, LA. The hours are Monday-Friday, 8am-5pm. This is NOT a Work From Home position.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES :

• Responsible for claim status checks as needed to ensure proper resolution
• Initiating contact with insurance providers as needed
• Review and process claim rejections and appeals for research and resolution
• Monitor payment discrepancies and process payments
• Review claims for Federal compliance
• Process incoming correspondence and phone calls specific to the payer type
• Verification of patient insurance
• Ensure accuracy of demographic information
• Other duties and responsibilities as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS :

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.