Billing & Benefits Specialist

Billing & Benefits Specialist FLSA: Non-Exempt Reports To: Billing and Accounts Receivable Manager Physical Requirements: Stationary desk work. Hours of Work: Full time 37.5 hours per week. Overtime work as needed Pay Range: The pay range is $16.86 to $22.92 Job Summary: The Billing & Benefits Specialist assists with the monitoring of Medicaid billing and federal and state entitlement benefits for individuals we serve. This position also helps with the establishment and tracking of personal allowances for individuals. Job Qualifications: Associate's Degree preferred or High School diploma/GED and two years of related experience required. Must be highly proficient in Microsoft Excel and Word, as well as general office skills. Must be able to read and write the English language. Valid NYS Driver's license that meets agency standards and reliable transportation. Major Responsibilities: Process weekly/monthly Medicaid billings and follow-up with denials . Manage SSA/SSI, Medicaid eligibility requirements, and food stamps for residential participants, including mail notifications Assist with set up and maintenance of participant bank accounts. Meet all Agency, Federal, State, and County Reporting requirements as established. Assists with Social Security reviews and disability forms for individuals. Assists with Social Security reviews for individuals. Establish and follow up on status of trusts , including NYSARC and ABLE. Applies and monitors rep payee status. Perform special projects as assigned. Disclaimer – The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed, as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified. Liberty reserves the right at its sole discretion to amend its policies, programs and/or guidelines, including the contents of this job description, at any time without prior notice. A candidate's rate of pay is based upon a consideration of several factors which may vary based upon the position. These factors may include education, prior work experience, licenses, certifications and labor markets. In addition to your pay, Liberty cares about you and invests in you as a team member, so that you can take care of yourself and your family. Liberty offers eligible team members and their dependents comprehensive health benefits and programs, which may include, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401k and more, to help you and your family take care of your whole selves. Job Posted by ApplicantPro