The Billing and Coding Specialist is responsible for ensuring accurate billing, coding, claims submission, and payment posting for clients of Riverside Recovery of Tampa. This role works closely with the Billing and Coding Manager, Certified Professional Coder, and other departments to support the revenue cycle and ensure claims are submitted correctly to insurance companies and clients.
Key responsibilities include managing claims submission and payment posting, monitoring payer and clearinghouse reports, troubleshooting submission issues, researching denials and appeals, posting insurance payments, supporting verification of benefits, and maintaining the confidentiality and integrity of billing and claims data. The position also requires knowledge of substance abuse and mental health billing practices, payer requirements, and compliance standards.
Candidates should have:
- High school diploma, GED, or equivalent
- 1-2 years of medical billing experience in substance abuse or mental health settings
- Completion of an accredited Medical Billing & Coding diploma program
- Strong knowledge of inpatient and outpatient medical coding
- Excellent customer service and communication skills
- Proficiency with Excel, including filtering, sorting, and grouping data
- Ability to manage multiple applications and records while maintaining data integrity
- Familiarity with electronic medical records and claims/practice management systems
- Knowledge of applicable laws and regulations, including HIPAA and Title 42 Part 2
- Commitment to maintaining CPC certification through continuing education
Full-time eligible benefits include:
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- 401(k)
- Life insurance
- Disability insurance
- Critical illness coverage
- Hospital indemnity/accident plan
- Legal plan
Employer-paid benefits include:
- EAP
- $10,000 life insurance
- $10,000 short-term disability
Location
Tampa, Florida, US
Employment Type
Full-time
Experience Level
Associate
Remote work allowed
No
Posted
1 week ago