Medical and Mental Health Billing Specialist
Transformative Health and Wellness
Corvallis, Oregon
About Us: Our clinic provides comprehensive care through a whole-person approach, addressing the mind, body, and spirit of each patient. We're looking for a skilled professional who shares our commitment to collaborative, patient-centered care in a therapeutic environment.
Position Summary: We are seeking a detail-oriented Medical and Mental Health Billing Specialist to join our team as a contractor. This position is responsible for managing all aspects of the billing cycle, including processing insurance and patient payments, handling claim submissions, and ensuring accurate posting of payments in our practice management system. The ideal candidate will combine technical expertise with a patient-centered approach that aligns with our holistic healthcare philosophy.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Process and post all payments from insurance companies and patients accurately and timely in the practice management system
- Verify insurance coverage and benefits, submit clean claims, and follow up on denied or delayed claims
- Handle electronic remittance advice (ERA) and explanation of benefits (EOB) processing
- Manage patient billing inquiries with professionalism and empathy, providing clear explanations of charges and payment options
- Process necessary billing adjustments and refunds according to established protocols
- Maintain accurate records and documentation for all billing transactions
- Reconcile daily deposits and ensure all payments are properly recorded
- Collaborate with clinical staff to ensure accurate coding and documentation
- Stay current with insurance billing requirements and healthcare regulations
Required Qualifications:
- Minimum one year of medical billing experience in a healthcare setting
- Strong understanding of medical terminology and insurance billing procedures
- Proficiency in medical practice management software
- Excellence in written and verbal communication
- Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills
- Ability to maintain patient confidentiality and adhere to HIPAA regulations
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience with mental health and medical billing
- Medical billing certification
- Knowledge of mental health and medical insurance coverage and billing procedures
Benefits:
- 15-20 hours per week, but can vary depending on needs.
- Possibility of job-sharing with another mental health facility to increase total hours worked
- Competitive wage
Please note that this is a contractor position and does not include benefits. Transformative Health and Wellness is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
To apply, please submit your resume and cover letter detailing your relevant experience and why you would be a good fit for our holistic healthcare environment.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Contract
Pay: $30.00 - $38.00 per hour
Expected hours: No less than 15 per week
Schedule:
- 4 hour shift
- 8 hour shift
- Choose your own hours
- Monday to Friday
Work Location: Remote