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Billing Specialist (LA Medicaid) at Acadian Ambulance

Lafayette, Louisiana, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

21 Sep, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

23 Jun, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Medical Billing, Insurance Claims Processing, Claims Appeals, Louisiana Medicaid, Patient Insurance Verification, Google Suite, MS Office Suite, Interpersonal Skills, Time Management, Confidentiality

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

Acadian Ambulance has an immediate opening for a full-time Billing Specialist to work with our Acadian Client Services team in Lafayette, LA. The Billing Specialist (LA/TN/MS Medicaid) is responsible for processing and resolving insurance claims. Ensuring proper payment of claims, appealing of denials and resolution of claims. JOB LOCATION: This position is based in the office, located in Lafayette, LA. The hours are Monday-Friday, 8:00am-5:00pm. This is NOT a Work From Home position. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: * Responsible for claim status checks as needed to ensure proper resolution * Initiating contact with insurance providers as needed * Review and process claim rejections and appeals for research and resolution * Monitor payment discrepancies and process payments * Review claims for Federal compliance * Process incoming correspondence and phone calls specific to the payer type * Verification of patient insurance * Ensure accuracy of demographic information * Other duties and responsibilities as assigned QUALIFICATIONS: * High school diploma or equivalent * Previous medical billing experience with an emphasis on Louisiana Medicaid preferred * Proficient in Google, MS Office Suite or related software * Ability to communicate clearly and concisely * Ability to establish and maintain working relationships with coworkers and patients * Punctual with strong attendance history * Ability to adhere to productivity goals, departmental and company guidelines, dress code, policies and procedures * Excellent interpersonal skills and time management * Maintain highest level of confidentiality All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

Responsibilities

The Billing Specialist is responsible for processing and resolving insurance claims, specifically focusing on Medicaid. Key duties include handling claim rejections, appealing denials, and ensuring federal compliance and payment accuracy.