Billing Specialist

Overview

An organization specializing in mental health and educational services is seeking a Billing Specialist to support its programs serving traditionally marginalized communities. The organization partners with local school districts to provide therapeutic and behavioral interventions for children and families, primarily funded through Medi-Cal. The Billing Specialist will play a critical role in ensuring accurate billing and reimbursement processes to maintain program funding and service delivery.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and submit insurance claims, invoices, and related documentation, including coding diagnoses and procedure codes
• Monitor claims for timely submission and resolve billing inaccuracies
• Verify client eligibility and insurance benefits
• Collaborate with funders and insurers to address billing errors
• Communicate eligibility changes to program and quality assurance staff
• Bill and collect copays and deductibles where applicable
• Upload payment files and generate reports from electronic health records (EHR)
• Review and manage billing denials and resubmit claims as needed
• Coordinate with program staff on documentation corrections
• Manage billing and payment invoices using EHR and clearinghouse systems
• Maintain documentation related to claims approvals or denials
• Reconcile payments and appeal payer errors
• Stay informed on billing codes, regulations, and payer policies
• Attend required trainings and meetings

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree, or Associate degree with 1 year of applicable experience, or High school diploma/GED with 2 years of applicable experience
• Experience in data entry, claims processing, and revenue cycle billing
• Familiarity with Medical Insurance Payors, including Medi-Cal and commercial insurance preferred
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel
• Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills
• Detail-oriented with ability to manage large volumes of information
• Minimum age of 21
• Compliance with TB test clearance, fingerprinting, and other state/federal requirements

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working with Medi-Cal billing and commercial insurance payors
• Knowledge of electronic health record systems and clearinghouse platforms

Compensation & Benefits

• Starting hourly wage: $28.41 - $30.91, depending on experience
• Annual salary increases
• Five weeks of paid time off and 11 paid holidays
• Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, chiropractic, acupuncture, and fertility coverage
• 50% dependent premium coverage
• Long-term disability, family leave, and life insurance
• 403b retirement plan
• Employer-paid Employee Assistance Program
• Access to scholarships, ongoing training, and professional development
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness certification
• Opportunities for promotion within the agency across California and Washington

Additional Benefits

• Paid maternity and paternity leave
• 401(k) retirement plan

Location

This role supports programs integrated within local school districts in California and Washington.

Equal Opportunity

The employer is an equal opportunity organization committed to diversity and inclusion. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, or national origin.