Billing Specialist (RHC)

Job Purpose 

Billing Specialist processes and tracks all billing for the RHC. 

Qualifications 

• Possession of a High School Diploma or equivalent with previous work in billing activities; OR 
• Associate Degree in Accounting/Finance/Business related environment preferred 
• Must possess excellent verbal communication skills 

Core Job Duties 

• Ensure all processes are done that pertain to billing for the entire RHC. 
• Perform processes and track all RHC billing as scheduled. 
• Act as a liaison between RHC Staff, Patients and the RHC Manager regarding issues that may interfere with accurate reimbursement of services rendered. 
• Assist back-up billing with regular daily and monthly billing as needed. 
• Assist the team with any concerns or questions that may arise. 
• Research and investigate unbilled encounters.  Key entries in order to record various revenue. 
• Cross trained in essential department job duties and functions. 
• Participation at relevant site staff meetings and in-service training opportunities. 
• Notifies RHC Manager regarding the status of deadlines and job duties. Give these updates in weekly meetings to all staff. 
• Attention to detail is a high priority to ensure work tasks are being completed thoroughly and correctly. 
• Adherence to all applicable evidence-based practice models. 
• Orally communicate information effectively and accurately. 
• Assure program operates within the constraints of the RHC’s certification (RHC,CARF, DMH) standards and strategic plan related to clinical care. 
• Abide by program and agency policies and procedures. 
• Other job duties and special projects as assigned.