Billing Clerk

MHA promotes mental health and total wellness for individuals facing challenges associated with mental illness and addiction recovery. We increase community awareness while enhancing mental well-being through advocacy, education, prevention, treatment, and services.
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MHA is seekinga full time Administrative Assistant/ Billing Clerk to join our Community Support Services program, operating out of Essex County Be a part of the team that makes a difference in the lives of our consumers.
HOURS
Monday through Friday – 9 AM to 5 PM
Benefits of working at the Mental Health Association:
Joining the staff of supportive and team-oriented individuals.
Excellent benefits package available.
Retention Incentive provided after completion of 6-month anniversary.
QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum of a high school, business school or GED diploma
Minimum of two years of experience in general office procedures.
Experience in Billing is preferred.
Must be able to initiate and manage multiple tasks in a timely and accurate manner.
Must have Computer literacy with some knowledge and experience in Medicaid billing, data entry, electronic medical records and Microsoft Office.
Must be well organized, accurate, have good interpersonal skills and welcomes new ideas
Must be able to clearly communicate verbally and in writing.
RESPONSIBILITIES

Process weekly billing for Medicaid, Medicare, NJMHAPP, MCOs and Private Insurance in a timely manner.
Responsible for ensuring the accuracy of billing invoices and contact logs.
Process all back billing and rebilling for Medicaid, Medicare, NJMHAPP, MCOs and Private Insurance.
Maintain spreadsheets for rebills and the associated status.
Process all voids
Responsible for managing the Environment of Care to ensure a safe, tidy and hazard free workspace for staff and consumers
Responsible for entering CSS consumer's current insurance information into the electronic billing system (AWARDS).
Responsible for maintaining data spreadsheets for all billing information and notifying the Finance Department on a weekly basis.
Responsible for entering prior authorization numbers accurately and in a timely manner.
Maintains neat, orderly and organized billing files.
Responsible for any additional billing related issues or functions, as needed.
Responsible for completing and submitting Shelter Plus Care match forms to proper entities in a timely manner.
Screening of all incoming calls.
General filing and maintenance of filing system. Sorting and processing incoming and outgoing mail. Sending, receiving and distributing fax transmissions.
Inputting USTFs into the State Portal.
Maintaining office supplies and complete work orders as needed.
Participating in billing meetings and other agency meetings.
Attending trainings as required.
Performing other duties as assigned by the Program Director.
Reports to
Program Director
Annual Base Rate: $40K
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Fully paid medical coverage for eligible staff.
Generous 401(k) match.
Plentiful Paid Holidays, Vacation, Personal and Sick time.
MHAEM is a proud equal opportunity/affirmative action employer committed to attracting, retaining, and maximizing the performance of a diverse and inclusive workforce. It is MHAEM's policy to ensure equal employment opportunity without discrimination or harassment based on race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, national origin, marital or domestic/civil partnership status, genetic information, citizenship status, uniformed service member or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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