Associate Director, Cash Posting & Correspondence at GeneDx

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Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

27 Jan, 26

Salary

145000.0

Posted On

29 Oct, 25

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Laboratory Billing, Payer Remittance Processing, Correspondence Management, Genetic Testing Reimbursement, Payment Posting, Discrepancy Resolution, SOP Development, Cash Posting Metrics Analysis, HIPAA Compliance, Financial Data Integrity, Leadership, Analytical Skills, Problem-Solving, Billing Systems, Financial Reporting Tools

Industry

Biotechnology Research

Description

GeneDx (Nasdaq: WGS) delivers personalized and actionable health insights to inform diagnosis, direct treatment, and improve drug discovery. The company is uniquely positioned to accelerate the use of genomic and large-scale clinical information to enable precision medicine as the standard of care. GeneDx is at the forefront of transforming healthcare through its industry-leading exome and genome testing and interpretation services, fueled by the world’s largest, rare disease data sets. For more information, please visit www.genedx.com. Summary The Associate Director, Cash Posting and Correspondence plays a critical leadership role in overseeing the accurate and timely posting of payments and handling of payer correspondence for a high-volume genetic testing laboratory. This position ensures the integrity of financial data, supports denial resolution efforts, and drives process improvements across cash application workflows. The ideal candidate has deep expertise in laboratory billing, payer remittance processing, and correspondence management, with a strong understanding of genetic testing reimbursement. Job Responsibilities Lead and manage the cash posting and correspondence teams, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and compliance with internal and external standards. Oversee daily operations related to payment posting, including electronic remittance advice (ERA), manual payments, and adjustments. Monitor and resolve discrepancies in payment postings, including underpayments, overpayments, and misapplied funds. Ensure proper handling and routing of payer correspondence, including denial letters, requests for additional information, and audit notifications. Collaborate with denials and follow-up teams to support resolution of payment issues and improve reimbursement outcomes. Develop and maintain SOPs for cash posting and correspondence workflows, ensuring alignment with industry best practices. Analyze cash posting metrics and correspondence trends to identify areas for improvement and report findings to senior leadership. Support system enhancements and automation initiatives to improve efficiency and reduce manual work. Ensure compliance with HIPAA, payer guidelines, and internal audit requirements. People Manager Yes Lead and manage the Cash Posting and Correspondence teams, ensuring daily operations are executed with accuracy, timeliness, and compliance. Serve as the primary point of contact for direct reports, conducting regular check-ins to address concerns, monitor performance, and provide coaching. Oversee staffing levels and scheduling to ensure adequate coverage for high-volume remittance and correspondence workflows. Set clear performance goals and expectations for team members, aligned with revenue cycle KPIs such as posting turnaround time, discrepancy resolution rate, and correspondence response time. Develop and maintain SOPs for cash posting and correspondence workflows, ensuring alignment with industry best practices and internal audit requirements. Support automation initiatives and system enhancements to reduce manual work and improve efficiency. Ensure compliance with HIPAA, payer guidelines, and internal policies. Education, Experience, and Skills Bachelor’s degree in Healthcare Administration, Accounting, Business, or related field or commensurate experience. 5–10 years of experience in medical billing, cash posting, and payer correspondence, preferably in a laboratory or genetic testing environment. Strong understanding of remittance processing, EOB/ERA interpretation, and reconciliation practices. Proven leadership experience with the ability to manage and develop high-performing teams. Excellent attention to detail, analytical skills, and problem-solving abilities. Proficiency in billing systems, clearinghouses, and financial reporting tools. Certificates, Licenses, Registrations N/A Physical Demands Ability to sit for long periods of time. Computer work including email, data analytics and online meetings. Work Environment Remote position. Standard work hours are Monday through Friday, 9 AM to 5 PM EST Potential travel for in-person meetings. #LI-REMOTE Pay Transparency, Budgeted Range $130,000—$145,000 USD ~ Science - Minded, Patient - Focused. At GeneDx, we create, follow, and are informed by cutting-edge science. With over 20 years of expertise in diagnosing rare disorders and diseases, and pioneering work in the identification of new disease-causing genes, our commitment to genetic disease detection, discovery, and diagnosis is based on sound science and is focused on enhancing patient care. Experts in what matters most. With hundreds of genetic counselors, MD/PhD scientists, and clinical and molecular genomics specialists on staff, we are the industry’s genetic testing experts and proud of it. We share the same goal as healthcare providers, patients, and families: to provide clear, accurate, and meaningful answers we all can trust. SEQUENCING HAS THE POWER TO SOLVE DIAGNOSTIC CHALLENGES. From sequencing to reporting and beyond, our technical and clinical experts are providing guidance every step of the way: TECHNICAL EXPERTISE High-quality testing: Our laboratory is CLIA certified and CAP accredited and most of our tests are also New York State approved. Advanced detection: By interrogating genes for complex variants, we can identify the underlying causes of conditions that may otherwise be missed. CLINICAL EXPERTISE Thorough analysis: We classify variants according to our custom adaptation of the most recent guidelines. We then leverage our rich internal database for additional interpretation evidence. Customized care: Our experts review all test results and write reports in a clear, concise, and personalized way. We also include information for research studies in specific clinical situations. Impactful discovery: Our researchers continue working to find answers even after testing is complete. Through both internal research efforts and global collaborations, we have identified and published hundreds of new disease-gene relationships and developed novel tools for genomic data analysis. These efforts ultimately deliver more diagnostic findings to individuals. Learn more About Us here. Our Culture At GeneDx, we are dedicated to cultivating an environment where creativity and innovation thrive. We believe in the power of community and collaboration, where diverse perspectives are embraced, and every voice contributes to our shared success. Our team is a vibrant mix of professionals who challenge and support each other in equal measure, fostering growth both personally and professionally. When you join us, you're not just taking on a job—you're joining a movement. A movement that champions curiosity, embraces change, and believes in making an impact, one patient at a time. Cultural principles we live by: Be bold in our vision & brave in our execution. Communicate directly, with empathy. Do what we say we're going to do. Be adaptable to change. Operate with a bias for action. Benefits include: Paid Time Off (PTO) Health, Dental, Vision and Life insurance 401k Retirement Savings Plan Employee Discounts Voluntary benefits GeneDx is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All privacy policy information can be found here.

Responsibilities

The Associate Director oversees the accurate and timely posting of payments and handling of payer correspondence for a high-volume genetic testing laboratory. This role ensures financial data integrity and drives process improvements across cash application workflows.