Insurance Billing Specialist
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Ames IA
Hybrid
Full Time
High School/GED
$17.28 - $22.28 Hourly
Up to 25%
Day
Administrative
We Are YSS!
YSS is looking for a meticulous organizer a people-person and a problem-solver who genuinely cares about helping clients and teams succeed to join our team as an Insurance Billing Specialistsomeone who canhelp our revenue cycle run smoothly and while delivering a top-notch client experience.
In this role acting as the bridge between YSS our clients and the third-party billing agency youll ensure every billing coding insurance verification and documentation process is handled with accuracy timeliness and care. Youll also be the go-to expert for our clinical and intake teamsoffering technical know-how training and support to reduce billing hiccups and boost reimbursement. Reporting to the Director of Outpatient Operations youll work closely with both the Revenue Cycle Management (RCM) and Welcome Teams to keep everything connected and running seamlessly..
What Youll Do
- Keep billing operations on track by overseeing our third-party billing partner.
- Team up with Intake Scheduling and Clinical staff to spot and fix billing delays.
- Verify insurance benefits across all programs and document clear cost estimates for clients.
- Enter insurance details authorizations and demographics in CareLogicaccurate and on time.
- Manage returned mail and keep client records current.
- Contact clients about balances or payment plans and support the Welcome Team with daily balance/copay updates.
- Share key reports on denials receivables and collection trends with leadership.
- Communicate billing and coding changes and flag complex claim issues to the RCM team.
- Help clients complete Sliding Fee Scale (SFS) applications and maintain compliant records.
- Recommend process improvements that boost revenue and cash flow.
- Be the go-to person for billing questions and EMR training.
- Update billing and intake procedures as needed.
- Prepare data reports and summaries for leadership.
Please know this is not a complete list of the positions responsibilities. Duties may change or be added at any time.
What you can expect in return.
We believe in your potential we meet you where you are and we invest in your future. Beyond meaningful mission-driven work YSS provides the following benefits:
- Medical dental vision and life insurance
- Supplemental accident critical illness and hospital indemnity insurance
- Accrued PTO plus paid time off for holidays your birthday and volunteering
- Employee Assistance Program
- Pet insurance discounts
- PSLF Program qualification
- Recognition training and wellness programs
- Retirement saving options
This isnt just a job - its a chance to be the spark in someones story. If youre ready to inspire connect and lead with purpose apply today and become part of something meaningful at YSS.
What We Ask
To create a world where youth are valued and empowered we ask staff to embrace YSS core values - Commitment Collaboration Compassion Innovation Integrity and a Can Do Spirit. We also ask for the following:
MUST HAVES - Required Qualifications
- Bachelors degree in healthcare administration business accounting or a related field.
- Minimum of 2years experience in insurance billing coding or revenue cycle management ideally in behavioral health or healthcare.
- Solid knowledge of insurance verification prior authorizations and billing regulations including Medicaid and commercial plans.
- Strong understanding of HIPAA regulations and experience handling sensitive health and financial information confidentially.
- Proficiency with EMRs (preferably CareLogic) and reporting tools.
The IDEALcandidate is...
- Familiar with mental health and substance use billing including program-specific requirements and documentation best practices.
- Highly attentive to detail and able to manage multiple tasks under deadlines.
- Experienced with financial assistance programs including Sliding Fee Scale (SFS) processes and documentation.
- Professional in representing YSS to clients staff and partners.
- A clear and effective communicator able to explain complex billing information to clients and staff.
- A problem-solver able to identify trends and recommend process improvements.
- A self-starter who takes initiative and works independently.
- A collaborative team player who works effectively across multiple teams.
- Mission-driven with a strong commitment to equity inclusion and positive social impact.
- Approaches work with humility respect and sensitivity to diverse identities and lived experiences.
Who You Are
Youre someone who loves keeping things organized but also thrives on connecting with people. You notice the small details that keep billing running smoothly but you never lose sight of the clients and teams behind the numbers. Youre a problem-solver who can tackle tricky insurance questions without breaking a sweat and a natural communicator who explains things clearly and compassionately. Youre collaborative tech-savvy and dependablesomeone your teammates trust to have their back. And above all you genuinely care about helping clients and colleagues succeed making every interaction count.
If this sounds like you then youre exactly who were looking for!
We celebrate the strength in your story.
Have you navigated recovery from addiction mental health challenges trauma or housing instabilityYour lived experience offers a unique compassionate perspective that can inspire real change. By sharing your story and serving as a role model or mentor you can make a meaningful impact in the lives of youth and families.
Your journey matters. If youre ready to use it to uplift and empower others we warmly encourage you to apply.
For those in recovery we typically ask for two years of sobriety to ensure stability and readiness for leadership though candidates with one year may be considered case by case.
Who we are (and why youll love us)...
Were YSS one of Iowas oldest & largest nonprofits dedicated to putting kids first. Our mission To spark hope create opportunities and help young people thrive. With life-changing programs a passionate leadership team and our brand-new 50-acre recovery campus were growing fast and thinking big. Check us out at !
At YSS we celebrate the unique backgrounds identities and experiences that each team member brings. As an Equal Opportunity Employer we are dedicated to creating a respectful inclusive and empowering environment where everyone can grow and succeed. And were always working to do better together.
YSS is a nicotine-free workplace.
Heads Up! Dont Miss Our Messages! - We communicate with applicants via email straight from our Paycom system. So be sure to keep an eye on your inbox (and maybe your spam/junk folder too). Got questions Email - were happy to help!
The YSS Hiring Process
- Apply Fill out the online app at Well check out your skills and experience.
- Interview Phone video or in-person well chat and get to know you.
- References Send us three people who can sing your praises.
- Screening Background and driving checks (plus license verification if needed).
- Offer If its a match youll get a formal offer through Paycom.
* Applicable Degrees: Accounting Behavioral or Mental Health Administration Business Administration Finance Health Information Management Healthcare Administration Human Services Medical Billing and Coding Public Administration Public Health
Keywords:Account Accuracy Analytics Authorization Benefit Billing CareLogic Claims Client-centered Coding (CPT ICD-10) Collaboration Collections Communication Compliance Confidentiality Coordination Data Denial Detail Documentation Electronic Medical Records (EMR) Entry Financial HIPAA Insurance Management Medicaid Medicare Patient Payment Posting Problem-solving Processing Professionalism Receivable Reimbursement Reporting Revenue Sliding Fee Scale (SFS) Verification
Required Experience:
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Key Skills
- Medical Collection
- Accounts Receivable
- Athenahealth
- ICD-10
- Medical Coding
- 10 Key Calculator
- Detailing
- ICD-9
- Medical Billing
- Microsoft Excel
- CPT Coding
- Medicare
About Company
At YSS, we strengthen families by providing education, counseling, and stability through a wide variety of youth mental health services.
