Billing Specialist (Rhc)

Job Purpose

Billing Specialist processes and tracks all billing for the RHC.

Qualifications

• Possession of a High School Diploma or equivalent with previous work in billing activities; OR
• Associate Degree in Accounting/Finance/Business related environment preferred
• Must possess excellent verbal communication skills

Core Job Duties

• Ensure all processes are done that pertain to billing for the entire RHC.
• Perform processes and track all RHC billing as scheduled.
• Act as a liaison between RHC Staff, Patients and the RHC Manager regarding issues that may interfere with accurate reimbursement of services rendered.
• Assist back-up billing with regular daily and monthly billing as needed.
• Assist the team with any concerns or questions that may arise.
• Research and investigate unbilled encounters.  Key entries in order to record various revenue.
• Cross trained in essential department job duties and functions.
• Participation at relevant site staff meetings and in-service training opportunities.
• Notifies RHC Manager regarding the status of deadlines and job duties. Give these updates in weekly meetings to all staff.
• Attention to detail is a high priority to ensure work tasks are being completed thoroughly and correctly.
• Adherence to all applicable evidence-based practice models.
• Orally communicate information effectively and accurately.
• Assure program operates within the constraints of the RHC’s certification (RHC,CARF, DMH) standards and strategic plan related to clinical care.
• Abide by program and agency policies and procedures.
• Other job duties and special projects as assigned.