Billing & Benefits Specialist

FLSA: Non-Exempt | Reports To: Billing and Accounts Receivable Manager | Full time, 37.5 hours per week with overtime as needed

About the Role

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.

Requirements

• Associate's Degree preferred or High School diploma/GED and two years of related experience required
• Highly proficient in Microsoft Excel and Word, as well as general office skills
• Able to read and write the English language
• Valid NYS Driver's license that meets agency standards and reliable transportation

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
• Assist with Social Security reviews and disability forms for individuals
• Establish and follow up on status of trusts, including NYSARC and ABLE
• Apply and monitor rep payee status
• Perform special projects as assigned

Pay

The pay range is $19.00 to $25.28 per hour.

Benefits

Liberty offers eligible team members and their dependents comprehensive health benefits and programs, which may include:

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Life insurance
• 401k retirement plan