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Company Overview
Jewish Family Service of Atlantic & Cape May Counties (JFS) is a multi-service agency dedicated to empowering individuals and families to achieve their fullest potential. Our passionate team works tirelessly to provide essential services that enhance the quality of life for our clients, fostering a supportive and inclusive community.
Summary
We are seeking a detail-oriented Billing Associate to join our team at JFS. This role is vital in managing our billing processes and ensuring accurate financial reporting. The Billing Associate will contribute to our mission by maintaining financial integrity and supporting the overall operations of our organization. Billing Associate must be knowledgeable with billing, collections and credentialing. This includes Medicare, Medicaid, Medicaid Managed Care, Commercial, Third Party and Self Pay.
Responsibilities
- Complete financial registration and insurance verification
- Obtain, update and manage authorizations
- Review weekly billable services
- Create batch and clean claims
- Submit billing batches (electronic and paper claims)
- Post payments (electronic/manual)
- Denials and Adjustments
- Monthly payment reconciliation
- Communicate with payors and programs to resolve outstanding issues
- Update credentialing documents and submit to payors
2. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
- Ability to lift up to and carry 10 to 25 lbs. as required, including standing, sitting, bending, reaching, and twisting during daily tasks.
- Ability to drive for extended periods of time.
- Proficient use of phone and computer for prolonged periods.
- Strong communication skills to effectively interact with coworkers, supervisors, clients, and vendors.
- Ability to see, read, write, and utilize agency software and equipment.
Ability to maintain a set schedule and/or adjust to modifications consistent with job and agency needs
Requirements
- High School Diploma, Medical Billing Certification preferred.
- Minimum of 2-5 years of health care (Behavioral Health) billing.
- Experience with ICD 10 codes, 1500 and UB04 forms, Electronic Health Record (Cerner) preferred, Clearing House Portal preferred (Availity, Novitas, NJMISS, Provider Express).
- Excel, Word, Outlook experience is required
If you are ready to make a meaningful impact through your financial expertise, we invite you to apply for the Billing Analyst position at JFS. Join us in our mission to enhance lives within our community!
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $20.00 per hour
Expected hours: 40 per week
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Employee discount
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid sick time
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Referral program
- Retirement plan
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Required)
Experience:
- Medical Billing: 2 years (Required)
License/Certification:
- Driver's License (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $20
