Billing Specialist Remote

The Billing Specialist performs a variety of routine billing, accounting, and administrative tasks in support of the Revenue Cycle function. The Specialist works under close supervision and follows established internal controls and procedures for all billing transactions and ensures a high level of customer service.
Job Highlights Shift: Mon-Fri, 8AM-5PM Pay: Starting at $18/hour Rate increases based upon years of experience * Remote after in-person training* Essential Functions Builds knowledge and skills to effectively manage all service-to-payment conversion processes (denials, non-response, service error management, authorizations, eligibility) Verifies insurance and eligibility on all patients with online portals or phone calls; updates patient accounts with correct insurance information Manages the accurate documentation of patient demographics Determines pre-authorization necessity and obtains authorization for scheduled procedures via phone, website or form Receives and posts payments from clients Contacts patients and/or clinical programs directly to obtain additional insurance information Monitors and completes daily fax requests Communicates insurance and other important updates to appropriate staff Meets established production goals Benefits Medical, dental (including orthodontics), and vision insurance Health Savings Account with a company match Family Building benefits 401(k) with a 5% company match Insurance plans including life insurance, short and long-term disability, accident, critical illness, auto and home, and pet insurance Time off including 15 days of accrued PTO (accrual increases by one day for each year of service), 10 paid holidays, and 2 wellness days 10 days of Paid Parental Leave for all new parents for birth or adoption Volunteer paid time Employee Assistance Program and discounted mental health therapy Education Assistance including tuition, new license, specialized training, and conference reimbursement, student loan assistance, continuing education reimbursement, and paid training time. Ongoing in-house clinical training with Valley Academy Scheduling flexibility and benefits coverage for part-time, 30-hour/week status Career growth opportunities within Valley's diverse clinical programs, or with our operations or administrative teams Requirements : High School diploma or equivalent Preferred Qualifications One year of experience in a billing office Knowledge of insurance billing terminology