Billing / Collections Specialist

Acadia Healthcare

Philadelphia, PA

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Accounts Receivable Management, Behavioral Health, Co-Payments, Contract Analysis, Credit and Collections, Data Processing, Documentation, Establish Priorities, Fax Machines, Healthcare Providers, Hospital, Insurance, Insurance Documentation, Medicaid, Medicare, Past Due Accounts, Policy Development, Privacy Regulations, Problem Solving Skills, Procedure Development, Psychiatry and Mental Health, Substance Abuse, Time Management, Writing Skills
LOCATION
Philadelphia, PA
POSTED
Today
Overview

The Billing and Collection Specialist will be working out of MeadowWood Behavioral Health Hospital in Delaware. This position will be responsible for accurate, timely, and complete documentation regarding insurance verification, billing and collections.

Belmont Behavioral Health System is a premiere provider of comprehensive treatment for mental health conditions and substance abuse problems. Having been in operation for over 75 years as one of the most prominent providers of behavioral healthcare treatment services, Belmont is proud to offer high quality and specialized programming options for children, adolescents, adults, and older adults who are suffering from psychiatric concerns and chemical dependency.

Responsibilities

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
  • Position is eligible for Hybrid / Remote model after 90 days. 3 days remote / 2 days in office
  • Prepares and monitors monthly billing and collection processes utilizing established policies, procedures, and tracking systems
  • Verifies Medicare, Medicaid and Commercial benefits and prior authorizations
  • Identifies deductible, co-insurance and co-pay due per EOBs received
  • Compiles appropriate information for refunds, bad debt write-offs, and adjustments
  • Types, assembles, copies, files and processes data required in an accurate and timely manner.
  • Making telephone calls, writing letters, and/or sending faxes to patients, insurance carriers, and other responsible parties in the pursuit of getting a claim resolved.
  • Handling and interpreting medical documentation such as UB04 claim form, 1500 claim forms and EOB's.
  • Analyzing and interpreting documents, contracts, notes, and other correspondence
  • Writing appeals to insurance carriers to overcome denials.
  • Manage an extensive portfolio of claims by prioritizing and organizing time effectively
  • Comply with privacy laws and patient's needs.
  • Overcome obstacles by using effective information gathering and problem solving methods.
  • Participates in monthly AR reviews with Management Team.
Qualifications

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE/SKILL REQUIREMENTS:
  • High school diploma or equivalent required.
  • Three or more years' experience in related field required.
  • Extensive knowledge and understanding of Commercial Insurance and Medicare/Medicaid required.

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About the Company

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Acadia Healthcare

Headquartered in Franklin, Tennessee, Acadia Healthcare was established in January 2005 to develop and operate a network of behavioral health facilities across the country. Acadia provides premier psychiatric and chemical dependency services to its patients in a variety of settings, including inpatient psychiatric hospitals, residential treatment centers, outpatient clinics, and therapeutic school based programs.

Acadia Healthcare’s mission is to create a world-class organization that sets the standard of excellence in the treatment of specialty behavioral health and addiction disorders.

Acadia’s management style and philosophy is one of collaboration and flexibility as we create an energetic and team oriented service delivery system. Our organization values input from employees, physicians, and all strategic alliances. As evidenced in our mission statement, Acadia Healthcare’s mission is to create behavioral health centers where people receive care that enables them to regain hope in a supportive, caring environment. We want Acadia to be synonymous with excellent care, phenomenal customer service and an unparalleled commitment to our patients, staff, physicians, and community.

Acadia is a provider of inpatient behavioral healthcare services. Acadia operates a network of 201 behavioral healthcare facilities with approximately 8,300 beds in 37 states, the United Kingdom and Puerto Rico. Acadia provides psychiatric and chemical dependency services to its patients in a variety of settings, including inpatient psychiatric hospitals, residential treatment centers, outpatient clinics, and therapeutic school-based programs.

COMPANY SIZE
10,000 employees or more
INDUSTRY
Healthcare Services
FOUNDED
2005
WEBSITE
http://www.acadiahealthcare.com/