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Associate Attorney (Litigation) – ABA Centers of America
Lauderdale Lakes, FL
About ABA Centers Of America
ABA Centers of America is a healthcare innovator experiencing steady growth while revolutionizing the autism care field. We provide ABA (Applied Behavior Analysis) therapy and diagnostic services to our clients and families in our centers, in homes, and in the community.
Listed by Inc. magazine as the 5th fastest-growing private company in the U.S., we are focused on opening new clinics and remaining self-funded without private equity investment. We’re also named in Inc.’s Best in Business list for “Health Services,” honoring companies that have made an extraordinary impact in their fields and on society.
We are currently in 10 states with over 30 clinical service areas, and our roadmap will bring us to more than 50 clinical service areas over the next 12-24 months. We have the resources and talent usually found at a more mature organization, including fully staffed teams to support marketing, IT, accounting, and clinic growth.
Growth Opportunity
If you're an attorney with healthcare/insurance industry experience looking to broaden your skills in the corporate world, we've got the perfect opportunity for you. This is an exciting time to be a part of our company as we grow to become the nation’s leading commercial autism care provider!
Under the direction of the Chief Legal Officer, the Associate Attorney will be primarily responsible for assisting the legal department in the preparation of documents to support the team in advocating for children with autism, including preparing documents relating to obtaining reimbursement for care and treatment. Bonus – we don't require billable hours!
What You'll Do
Education and Experience:
Benefits
ABA Centers of America is determined to maintain its culture with a team of seasoned professionals working toward a shared vision of creating the nation’s leading provider of autism care. All our decisions are data-informed, mission-driven, and client-centric.
ABA Centers of America participates in the U.S. Department of Homeland Security E-Verify program.
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Associate Attorney (Litigation) – ABA Centers of America
Lauderdale Lakes, FL
About ABA Centers Of America
ABA Centers of America is a healthcare innovator experiencing steady growth while revolutionizing the autism care field. We provide ABA (Applied Behavior Analysis) therapy and diagnostic services to our clients and families in our centers, in homes, and in the community.
Listed by Inc. magazine as the 5th fastest-growing private company in the U.S., we are focused on opening new clinics and remaining self-funded without private equity investment. We’re also named in Inc.’s Best in Business list for “Health Services,” honoring companies that have made an extraordinary impact in their fields and on society.
We are currently in 10 states with over 30 clinical service areas, and our roadmap will bring us to more than 50 clinical service areas over the next 12-24 months. We have the resources and talent usually found at a more mature organization, including fully staffed teams to support marketing, IT, accounting, and clinic growth.
Growth Opportunity
If you're an attorney with healthcare/insurance industry experience looking to broaden your skills in the corporate world, we've got the perfect opportunity for you. This is an exciting time to be a part of our company as we grow to become the nation’s leading commercial autism care provider!
Under the direction of the Chief Legal Officer, the Associate Attorney will be primarily responsible for assisting the legal department in the preparation of documents to support the team in advocating for children with autism, including preparing documents relating to obtaining reimbursement for care and treatment. Bonus – we don't require billable hours!
What You'll Do
- Collaborate with the Chief Legal Officer and other company attorneys to develop legal strategies in line with company values.
- Provide advice, leadership, and guidance on revenue cycle management issues, particularly in regard to appealing wrongfully denied and delayed insurance claims through the insurance carrier’s internal appeal process.
- Advocate for children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD).
- Oversee appeals relating to claims submitted to third-party payors.
- Draft appeals with insurance as part of the revenue cycle management process.
- Review and negotiate single-case agreements with health insurance payors.
- Collaborate closely with admissions, utilization review, and clinical staff to develop, implement, and evaluate a legally compliant screening assessment and admissions process.
- Ensure compliance with the state and accreditation agency requirements/guidelines.
- Stay current with changes in state and federal laws and regulations regarding insurance/third-party payors and data privacy.
- Work within the company’s proprietary technology framework to promptly update cases and streamline case management processes, supporting enhancements within the system and ensuring the accuracy of data.
- Work on-site with minimal travel time requirements.
Education and Experience:
- Juris Doctorate from an ABA accredited institution.
- Licensed to practice in Florida. Other state licensure a plus.
- Minimum 4-6 years of experience as a practicing lawyer, with an emphasis on insurance litigation.
- Familiarity with medical and billing coding a plus.
- Large law firm experience preferred.
- Knowledge of behavioral health issues a plus.
- Knowledge of state and federal law regarding health care compliance, insurance regulations and patient confidentiality laws.
- Knowledge of state guidelines and accreditation agency standards.
- Fluency in Spanish helpful.
Benefits
- Three weeks of paid time off (more added with tenure)
- Medical, dental, vision, long-term disability, and life insurance
- Flexible Spending Account (FSA) and Health Savings Account (HSA) options
- Generous 401(k) with employer match up to 6%
ABA Centers of America is determined to maintain its culture with a team of seasoned professionals working toward a shared vision of creating the nation’s leading provider of autism care. All our decisions are data-informed, mission-driven, and client-centric.
ABA Centers of America participates in the U.S. Department of Homeland Security E-Verify program.
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