Medical Billing Specialist

Join Our Mission-Driven Team as a Billing Specialist!Location: Wichita, KSOrganization: Catholic Charities WichitaType: Full-Time | In-PersonAre you detail-oriented, passionate about accuracy, and ready to make a difference behind the scenes? Catholic Charities of Wichita is looking for a skilled and experienced Billing Specialist to support our clinical services. This is more than a job-it's a chance to ensure that vital services are funded and sustained through precise billing and reporting.What You Will Do:Accurately prepare and submit claims/invoices to insurance companies and third-party payers, ensuring that all charges are accurate and comply with the company policies.Responsible for handling incoming payments, recording transactions, and monitoring accounts to ensure timely payments.Reconcile accounts to maintain accurate financial records and resolve claim denials, rejections, and underpayments.Ensure compliance with federal, state, and payer-specific billing regulations.Serve as the point of contact for billing inquiries, addressing questions and resolving issues related to claims and payments. When necessary collaborate with coding, clinical, and administrative staff to resolve billing discrepancies.Maintain up-to-date knowledge of billing codes and payer guidelines.Provide monthly accounts receivable reports.Maintain current enrollment in the state Medicaid program to support billing for all agency services.Assist with the credentialing (paneling) process for Cana Counseling therapists.Maintain the master list of credentialed therapists and accepted insurance providers.Other duties as assigned.Your Superpowers:•You're a numbers person who thrives on accuracy and organization.•You love solving problems and navigating complex billing systems.•You're tech-savvy and detail-oriented, with a heart for service.•You enjoy working independently but also collaborating with a supportive team.What You Will Need to Bring to the TableEducationHigh school diploma or GED required.Certification, Registration, or LicenseMedical Billing/Coding certificate from a recognized program preferred.ExperienceMinimum of five years of experience in medical billing and collections required.Skills and AbilitiesProficiency in Excel and other Microsoft Office products.Technical capability.Ten-key by touch and ability to operate general office equipment.Familiarity with medical billing software systems preferred.CommunicationDaily interaction with internal and external stakeholders.ExposuresWork is performed in a controlled office environment with minimal exposure to noise, dust, or odors.Physical Demands:Work Type: Light - exerting up to 20 lbs occasionally, 10 lbs frequently.Mobility: Minimal movement required; may work in a multilevel building with stairs.Posture: Sitting for extended periods (up to two hours); minimal stooping or bending.Reaching: Occasional overhead and horizontal reaching.Vision & Hearing: Adequate to perform essential functions; frequent auditory and verbal communication.Coordination & Dexterity: Frequent use of hands and moderate equipment operation.Right To WorkE-Verify Participation