M-F, 8AM-4:30PM, Thursday's are remote. Supports Behavioral Health Clinic to include charge entry-billing, data collection and entry for state grant, chart review and compliance, receptionist and scheduling of new and existing patients.
Reviews each billing encounter form. Uses knowledge of coding to question providers on noncompliance issues on form. Works with providers to resolve issues.
Responsible for the completeness and compliance of medical records at the New Milford Behavioral Health Department. Responsible for maintaining the patient listing database (DMHAS-Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services). Participates in performance improvement projects related to chart compliance.
Performs chart audits to assure that all requirements are met. Provides reception to customers and communicates pleasantly and effectively. Answers phones, routes calls, takes messages, conveys information and assures accurate communication.
Weekly productivity review for clinicians. Catchment Area Council Representative for NMBH - Grant Obligation. State Local Mental Health Authority Provider Representative for NMBH.
May be cross trained to provide coverage across the service line as needed. Fulfills all compliance responsibilities related to the position. Performs other duties as assigned.
High School Diploma or equivalent, required. Prior third-party insurance billing experience, required. Knowledge of medical terminology, preferred.
Ability to communicate effectively. *Additional Salary Detail The salary range and/or hourly rate listed is a good faith determination of potential base compensation that may be offered to a successful applicant for this position at the time of this job advertisement and may be modified in the future. When determining a team member's base salary and/or rate, several factors may be considered as applicable (e.g., location, specialty, service line, years of relevant experience, education, credentials, negotiated contracts, budget and internal equity).
Full time