What are the responsibilities and job description for the Education Medicaid Billing Specialist - Limited Service position at State of Vermont?
Overview
The Medicaid Billing Specialist provides technical and program expertise to support supervisory unions in billing for Medicaid reimbursement of special education services at the Agency of Education (AOE). Responsibilities include training Medicaid Clerks, case managers, and service providers on billing procedures and documentation requirements. The Specialist monitors claims, resolves submission issues, and audits records to ensure compliance with federal and state regulations. Specialists also contribute to program manual revisions, statewide training efforts, and the development of consistent forms and procedures. Monthly visits to each Medicaid Clerk and collaboration with Special Education Directors are key aspects of this role.
This position is classified as an Education Medicaid Specialist by the Department of Human Resources.
Who May Apply
This position, Education Medicaid Billing Specialist (Job Requisition #51791), is open to all State employees and external applicants. This is a Limited Service position, which is non-tenured and authorized through 06/30/2025. Limited Service positions are established for specially funded projects or programs.
If you would like more information about this position, please contact Karen Abbott at karen.abbott@vermont.gov.
Resumes will not be accepted via e-mail. You must apply online to be considered.
Environmental Factors
Duties are generally performed in a standard office setting but there will be significant travel required for which private means of transportation must be available. Some work may be required outside of regular work hours. In dealing with a wide variety of people and groups, diverse and strongly held opinions may be encountered.
Minimum Qualifications
Two years of full-time college coursework OR Associates degree in business, accounting, education, public or human services administration, or healthcare/billing related field AND three (3) years or more of experience in Medicaid, special education, or health insurance billing practices.
OR
Four (4) years or more of experience in Medicaid, special education, or health insurance billing practices
Preferred Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in business, accounting, education, public or human services administration.
Total Compensation
As a State employee you are offered a great career opportunity, but it's more than a paycheck. The State's total compensation package features an outstanding set of employee benefits that are worth about 30% of your total compensation, including:
Equal Opportunity Employer The State of Vermont celebrates diversity, and is committed to providing an environment of mutual respect and meaningful inclusion that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. The State does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, national, social or ethnic origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, physical, mental or sensory disability, HIV Status, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, past or present military service, membership in an employee organization, family medical history or genetic information, or family or parental status. The State's employment decisions are merit-based. Retaliatory adverse employment actions by the State are forbidden.
The Medicaid Billing Specialist provides technical and program expertise to support supervisory unions in billing for Medicaid reimbursement of special education services at the Agency of Education (AOE). Responsibilities include training Medicaid Clerks, case managers, and service providers on billing procedures and documentation requirements. The Specialist monitors claims, resolves submission issues, and audits records to ensure compliance with federal and state regulations. Specialists also contribute to program manual revisions, statewide training efforts, and the development of consistent forms and procedures. Monthly visits to each Medicaid Clerk and collaboration with Special Education Directors are key aspects of this role.
This position is classified as an Education Medicaid Specialist by the Department of Human Resources.
Who May Apply
This position, Education Medicaid Billing Specialist (Job Requisition #51791), is open to all State employees and external applicants. This is a Limited Service position, which is non-tenured and authorized through 06/30/2025. Limited Service positions are established for specially funded projects or programs.
If you would like more information about this position, please contact Karen Abbott at karen.abbott@vermont.gov.
Resumes will not be accepted via e-mail. You must apply online to be considered.
Environmental Factors
Duties are generally performed in a standard office setting but there will be significant travel required for which private means of transportation must be available. Some work may be required outside of regular work hours. In dealing with a wide variety of people and groups, diverse and strongly held opinions may be encountered.
Minimum Qualifications
Two years of full-time college coursework OR Associates degree in business, accounting, education, public or human services administration, or healthcare/billing related field AND three (3) years or more of experience in Medicaid, special education, or health insurance billing practices.
OR
Four (4) years or more of experience in Medicaid, special education, or health insurance billing practices
Preferred Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in business, accounting, education, public or human services administration.
Total Compensation
As a State employee you are offered a great career opportunity, but it's more than a paycheck. The State's total compensation package features an outstanding set of employee benefits that are worth about 30% of your total compensation, including:
- 80% State paid medical premium and a dental plan at no cost for employees and their families
- Work/Life balance: 11 paid holidays each year and a generous leave plan
- State Paid Family and Medical Leave Insurance (FMLI)
- Two ways to save for your retirement: A State defined benefit pension plan and a deferred compensation 457(b) plan
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Flexible spending healthcare and childcare reimbursement accounts
- Low cost group life insurance
- Incentive-based Wellness Program
- Qualified Employer for Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness Program
Equal Opportunity Employer The State of Vermont celebrates diversity, and is committed to providing an environment of mutual respect and meaningful inclusion that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. The State does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, national, social or ethnic origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, physical, mental or sensory disability, HIV Status, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, past or present military service, membership in an employee organization, family medical history or genetic information, or family or parental status. The State's employment decisions are merit-based. Retaliatory adverse employment actions by the State are forbidden.
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