Billing Coordinator

Billing And Credentialing Specialist Responsible for all aspects of Medicaid and commercial insurance billing, credentialing, and authorizations. Oversee all aspects of direct service invoicing. Ascendigo uses a third-party billing software platform, and this position serves as an administrative user. This role requires an understanding of direct service as well as third-party regulations to help staff navigate all billing issues. Lead user, responsible for staff training and knowledge of third-party platforms, including system set up and reporting, scheduling, case notes, billing approval, billing denials and corrections, authorizations, and credentialing. Conduct and/or oversee billing audits and operational reviews, generate reports, establish and maintain corrective action plans and follow-up to ensure timely resolution of identified compliance and/or 3rd party billing issues. Responsible for collaborating to reconcile monthly Accounts Receivable, insurance deductibles, and other associated third-party billing tasks, such as insurance management. Setup and maintain all staff credentialing requirements. Setup and maintain all medical authorizations. Oversee all medical invoicing, AR reconciliation and follow-up. Other finance & accounting duties as assigned. Requirements: 3-5 years of third-party software platform experience, including set-up and maintenance of authorizations. 3-5 years of working knowledge of third-party billing, credentialing, and authorization compliance. Must be age 21 or over and have legal working status. Must maintain a valid driver's license and excellent driving record. Must have a clean background check with no felonies or flags. Should have a bachelor's degree or equivalent experience. Must have flexibility to travel for occasional professional development. Applicants are required to have and use their own smart phone for work duties. Ascendigo provides a monthly cell phone stipend for this use. Basic computer skills (MS Office, email, social media) Must be able to lift and move heavy objects (up to 25 pounds) Personal characteristics should be committed and passionate about the Ascendigo mission of a holistic, active, community-based, independent, and person-centered life. He/she should believe in the dignity and potential of our clients. We also have a commitment to a culture of R.E.S.P.E.C.T. which stands for: R-Recognize the inherent worth of your coworkers. E-Eliminate derogatory words and phrases. S-Speak with people- not at them- or about them. P-Protect the culture of your organization- report and support! E-Empathize- consider what it is like in others' situations. C-Consider your impact on others before speaking and apologize when you make a mistake. T-Treat everyone with integrity, dignity, and respect.