BILLING SPECIALIST
Accel Therapies
Orange CA 92866 US
About Accel Therapies
At Accel Therapies we specialize in Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA). We provide best-in-class, evidence-based treatment programs for children with autism and other developmental needs within a comfortable, positive, and structured center-based environment. What sets us apart is our focus on an individual connection with our clients and our commitment to life-changing outcomes for families.
?We love what we do and are grateful for the opportunity to work with our clients and families!
Job Description
Accel Therapies is looking for an experienced Billing Specialist to join our team. The Billing Specialist will interface with clinical and operations teams to manage billing and insurance activities for our ABA (Applied Behavior Analysis) practice.
Responsibilities
The Billing Specialist will be responsible for full-cycle billing and revenue cycle management activities, including:
- Inputting authorizations
- Reviewing and submitting claims
- Verify insurance eligibility for clients
- Collecting patient responsibility
- Contact insurance companies (UHC, Aetna, BCBS, Cigna, IEHP, and CalOptima) to expedite payments
- Posting ERAs in our practice management software (CR)
- Actively participates and coordinates procedures involving billing, coding, and Accounts Receivable resolution
- Investigate and resolve claim rejections from clearinghouse (Office Ally)
- Managing contracting and credentialing activities
- Updating the clinical and administrative teams about changing insurance requirements
- Speaking with patients or their representatives to identify problems relating to their billing
The ideal candidate has billing experience, a curious mind, and is highly organized. This individual will report to the Director of Operations, will interface with several departments, and should have good people and technical skills.
Requirements
- 3+ years of healthcare billing experience required
- AHIMA or AAPC Certification preferred
- Bachelor's degree in Health Information Management, Business Administration, or a related field preferred
- Proficient in Excel, using formulas and pivot tables to analyze data
- Ability to work independently and manage large projects as well as daily and weekly tasks
Compensation & Benefits
- Hourly rate starting at $25/ hour contingent on experience, education, and certifications
- Medical, dental, and vision benefits, accrued sick pay, 401k available with company match and vesting schedule
- Leadership opportunities and opportunities for promotions and advancement based on performance