Centralized Services Specialist I

Centralized Services Specialist Location: Columbia, MD Hourly Rate: $21.00 per hour + $2,000 Annual Bonus Potential The Centralized Service Specialist I reviews and processes Insurance Verification Forms, Physician Licensure requests, Authorizations and Orders and provides customer support to the Billing Teams and offices. Essential Duties And Responsibilities Accurately enters and/or processes:Addresses and/or resolves authorization/order tickets with 24 hours of submissionCompletes Insurance Verification forms within 24 hours of submissionAssists/obtains all authorizations (initial and re-authorizations) for designated officesRe-authorizations should be obtained prior to the next authorization periodRuns monthly eligibility for identified payersWorks bill holds for: Authorizations, 485/Supplemental OrdersStriving for no revenue to be on-hold for lack of authorization for purposes of cash flow and minimizing riskWorks new Zero Bills by 12pm Thursdays and outstanding Zero Bills timelyContinuously adds/updates information on payer siteEnters physician information into Vision within 24 hours and imports new physicians into Echo monthlyProvides excellent customer service for our office partners, patients, and payersFollows all quality processes for department to avoid preventable write-offsPerforms other duties as assigned Minimum Requirements High school diploma or equivalentExperience in medical billing or authorizations preferredQuick and accurate alpha/numeric data entry skillsMust possess the following core competencies:Excellent customer service skillsAttention to detailTime management/organizational skillsAbility to learn on the flyExcellent work ethic and commitment to job responsibilitiesProficiency in Microsoft Office, including working knowledge of Microsoft Word/Excel and Web-enabled applicationsMust present a positive image that reflects well on the organization Maxim Benefits Health and Wellness Medical/Prescription, Dental, Vision, Health Advocacy (company paid if enrolled Medical) and Health Advocate Employee Assistance Program Retirement And Financial Security Employee Assistance Program, Health Savings Account, 401(k) + Company Match, Profit Sharing, Short and Long Term Disability, Primary Caregiver Leave, Parental Leave, Life and Basic Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance, Voluntary Group Life Insurance and Supplemental Accidental Insurance, Hospital Expense Protection Plan, Critical Illness Insurance, Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account, Home and Auto Insurance discounts, Pet Insurance and Legal benefits Lifestyle Benefits Paid Time Off and Company Paid Holidays, Transportation Benefits, Educational Assistance Program, College Partnership Program and Employee Discount Program Benefit eligibility is dependent on employment status. About Maxim Healthcare Maxim Healthcare has been making a difference in the lives of our patients, caregivers, employees and communities for more than 30 years. We offer private duty nursing, skilled nursing, physical rehabilitation, companion care, respite care and behavioral care for individuals with chronic and acute illnesses and disabilities. Our commitment to quality customer service, compassionate patient care, and filling critical healthcare needs makes us a trusted partner wherever care is needed. Maxim Healthcare, Inc. (“Maxim”) is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.