Billing Specialist at Mountainside Treatment Center

New York, New York, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

16 Apr, 26

Salary

24.0

Posted On

16 Jan, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Verification Of Benefits, Billing, Invoicing, Customer Service, Claims Submission, Follow-Up, Attention To Detail, Medical Terminology, Insurance Terminology, Billing Procedures, Compliance, Communication, Problem Solving, Research, Documentation

Industry

Mental Health Care

Description

Description Billing Specialist Remote Position - Must Reside in CT, NY, NJ, or MA About the Position: The Billing Specialist is responsible for verifying insurance benefits, ensuring accurate billing and claim submission, providing excellent customer service to patients and payers, and performing consistent follow-up on claims to support timely reimbursement. This role plays a key part in revenue cycle operations while maintaining compliance and high service standards. Schedule: Monday – Friday, 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM Your Role: Verification of Benefits (VOB) Verify patient insurance eligibility and benefits prior to services rendered Confirm coverage details including copays, deductibles, coinsurance, authorizations, and limitations Document verified benefits accurately in the system Communicate benefit details and financial responsibility to internal teams as needed Identify coverage issues and escalate discrepancies promptly Billing & Invoicing Generate accurate patient statements and invoices in a timely manner Review charges for accuracy prior to billing Customer Service & Communication Handle inbound and outbound calls with clients, payers, insurance companies, and internal staff Provide clear explanations regarding charges, statements, invoices, and insurance coverage Address patient billing inquiries and resolve concerns professionally and compassionately Maintain excellent customer service standards while managing sensitive financial information Claims Submission & Follow-Up Research claim status using payer portals, phone calls, and correspondence Qualifications: High school diploma or equivalent required Strong attention to detail and accuracy required Knowledge of medical terminology, insurance terminology, and billing procedures in a healthcare setting preferred. Knowledge of billing regulations and compliance requirements preferred Compensation: The base rate of pay for this position is $22.00 to $24.00 per hour. Actual pay is determined based on a number of job-related factors including skills, education, training, credentials, experience, scope and complexity of role responsibilities, geographic location, performance, and working conditions. Benefits: Comprehensive benefit package Paid Time Off (which increases after 1 year with Mountainside) Paid holidays including a Multicultural Holiday 401(k) with employer matching Monthly $75.00 wellness reimbursement. Our Wellness Reimbursement benefit is meant to encourage employees to engage in productive self-care to avoid burnout and compassion fatigue. About Mountainside: Mountainside Treatment Center is a dynamic, fast-paced and growing recovery facility that values innovation and an obsession with providing Best in Class service to our Clients. Founded in 1998, we are a leading behavioral healthcare provider dedicated to treating alcohol dependency and drug addiction. Accredited by The Joint Commission and CARF for its high standards of care, Mountainside seeks out passionate and talented individuals to join its staff. We believe that every employee, regardless of position, plays a vital role in our success. Here at Mountainside Treatment Center, we strongly prefer all employees to be fully vaccinated for Covid-19 (including regularly scheduled boosters) and the Flu as recommended by the CDC. Mountainside is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and strongly encourages the applications of women, minorities, and persons with disabilities

Responsibilities

The Billing Specialist is responsible for verifying insurance benefits, ensuring accurate billing and claim submission, and providing excellent customer service. This role also involves consistent follow-up on claims to support timely reimbursement.