Medicaid Coordinator

We seek a detail-oriented Medicaid Coordinator (Billing Coordinator) to join our team. The ideal candidate will manage billing processes, ensure accuracy, and maintain compliance with healthcare regulations. The Medicaid Coordinator will play a crucial role at our facility and will handle and manage Medicaid/Medicare billing while managing the business office in a skilled nursing facility. Your knowledge of Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay billing practices is essential to this job.This is an ideal work environment for a candidate looking for long-term job stability. Job Responsibilities: •Proficient in Medicare/Medicaid billing •Handle private/NAMI billing and collections. •Obtain authorization for Managed Care & MLTC •Assist with collecting documentation for Medicaid applicants. •Meet with residents and families to discuss obligations. •Post daily deposits •Maintain resident fund accounts and PNA ledgers •Meet with families/residents to discuss financial considerations and distribute PNA funds •Process Medicaid applications and recertifications •Attend morning meeting •Discharge planning with facility staff •Monthly aging meetings •Sort/scan mail as appropriate for the finance dept. •Communicate with attorneys on collection cases. Qualifications Candidate must have a solid financial background and knowledge of industry-standard programs. Must be proficient in MS Word, Excel, Email, and healthcare-related EMRs Must know about Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay billing practices Must be organized, resourceful, self-motivated, and have good verbal and written communication skills Must have an A.A.S. degree in business, finance, bookkeeping, or related. Must have two years of business office experience working in an SNF or LTC facility Proficient in budgeting and financial management, a plus Benefits: Competitive salary, medical, dental, 401k plan, etc.