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HealthNet

Billing Specialist

HealthNet, Indianapolis, Indiana, us, 46262

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Billing Specialist Location: Martindale Brightwood Health Center – 2855 N Keystone Avenue, Suite 100, Indianapolis, IN 46218

Fair Labor Standards Act Classification: Non‑Exempt

Description The Billing Specialist at the HealthNet Administration location reviews accounts for assigned payers to reduce accounts receivables and enhance cash flow. The billing specialist follows proper insurance processes, timely follow‑up, and resolution of accounts, and provides feedback to management when internal problems resulting in nonpayment of claims are detected. This position is responsible for all aspects of electronic or paper claim submission.

Job Responsibilities

Contact patients to make payment plan arrangements.

Work with collection agencies to resolve outstanding patient balances.

Serve as liaison to third party payers, patients and families, providers and staff and referral sources for communicating billing information.

Initiate collection with all insurance carriers on electronically submitted and/or paper claims.

Assist with posting mail receipts, Medicare, Medicaid, HMO and PPO payment listings against individual patient accounts.

Review third party payment listings and take appropriate action on accounts to avoid account aging.

Make recommendations/decisions on account resolution.

Review billing for accuracy and completeness.

Review and correct billing and collection problems arising in patient care facilities.

Maintain the confidentiality of any patient medical, financial, or personal information and other information records and data to which there is access.

Schedule

Full Time

Potential schedule of Monday‑Friday 8am‑5pm

Requirements

Currently not sponsoring for work visa.

Requires High School Diploma or GED.

Understanding of both Federally Qualified Health Centers and Commercial billing and collections.

Certification in coding & billing preferred.

Knowledge and understanding of Medicare/Medicaid regulations and billing requirements.

Participate in monthly training programs for staff on policies and procedures related to billing and collection, including proper coding, use of sliding fee scales, and financial screening.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience in third party billing/collection with in-depth knowledge of specific third‑party payer requirements.

Requires working knowledge of medical terminology and basic medical coding practices (UBC; CPT‑4; HCPCS; ICD‑9).

Requires knowledge and proper application of remote electronic inquiry systems for Medicare; Medicaid; Blue Cross and/or all other Commercial payers.

Requires ability to process adjustment claims to Medicaid and Medicare payers on resolution of credit balance claims.

OB/GYN coding experience preferred.

Bilingual in Spanish or Burmese preferred, but not required.

Skills and Abilities

Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Ability to work independently, handle detail and work efficiently and accurately under pressure.

Ability to multitask.

Ability to handle sensitive patient data and must maintain a high degree of confidentiality.

Excellent customer service/listening skills.

Reliable transportation required.

Benefits

Competitive Compensation

Medical, Dental, and Vision Plan

Short‑Term & Long‑Term Disability

Health Savings Account & Difference Card Available within certain medical plans

Flexible Spending AccountLife Insurance, AD&D

Group Accident, Critical Illness & Hospital Indemnity

Domestic Partner Leave

Wellness Programs

401(k) Match

Paid Time Off accumulates at start of employment and available to use.

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Referral program

Equal Employment Opportunity HealthNet is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, or any other category protected by federal, state, or local law.

About HealthNet HealthNet is a nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization of community‑based health centers located in Indianapolis and Bloomington, IN. Since 1968, HealthNet has improved the health status of the neighborhoods it serves by making quality health services accessible to everyone. HealthNet annually provides affordable health care to more than 61,000 individuals through its network of 9 primary care health centers, 5 dental clinics, 9 school‑based clinics, a mobile health unit, and additional support services. HealthNet’s mission is to improve lives with compassionate health care and support services, regardless of ability to pay.

Seniority Level Entry level

Employment Type Full‑time

Job Function Accounting/Auditing and Finance

Industry Hospitals and Health Care

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