Job Description

Medical Billing Specialist – Behavioral Health

We are working with a well-established, financially stable, nonprofit behavioral healthcare organization in St. Petersburg, FL, that is seeking an experienced Medical Billing Specialist to join its growing team. This organization is committed to providing high-quality mental health and behavioral healthcare services to individuals and families throughout the community.

Compensation & Benefits

• $20.00 – $25.00 per hour, depending on experience
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• $0 Copay for Teladoc Appointments
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• 10 Paid Holidays
• 403(b) Retirement Plan with up to 5% Company Match
• Company-Paid Life Insurance, AD&D, and Long-Term Disability
• Optional Short-Term Disability and Additional Life Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Professional Development and Training Opportunities
• Monthly Employee Appreciation and Social Events

Job Responsibilities

• Submit, process, and track electronic medical insurance claims.
• Review, investigate, and resolve denied or unpaid claims.
• Work with Medicare, Medicaid, commercial insurance, and managed care payers.
• Post insurance payments, adjustments, and reconciliations.
• Verify patient insurance eligibility, benefits, and authorizations.
• Correct and resubmit claims to ensure timely reimbursement.
• Maintain accurate patient demographics, insurance, and billing records.
• Review Explanation of Benefits (EOBs) and Electronic Remittance Advice (ERAs).
• Utilize Electronic Health Record (EHR) systems to identify and resolve billing discrepancies.
• Assist patients with billing questions and account inquiries.
• Collaborate with clinical and administrative teams to ensure accurate documentation and billing compliance.

Job Requirements

• Minimum 1 year of outpatient medical billing or revenue cycle experience preferred.
• Experience processing Medicare, Medicaid, and commercial insurance claims.
• Knowledge of ICD-10, CPT, and HCPCS coding.
• Experience with insurance denials, appeals, and accounts receivable follow-up.
• Medical Billing, Coding, or Health Information Management certification required, or qualifying related education.
• Behavioral Health or Mental Health Billing experience strongly preferred.
• Familiarity with Electronic Health Records (EHR) and electronic claims processing.
• Experience with Netsmart AVATAR is a plus.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Outlook, and insurance payer portals.
• Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and communication abilities.
• Ability to meet applicable pre-employment screening requirements.

Apply Today!

If you are an experienced Medical Billing Specialist, Medical Biller, Insurance Claims Specialist, or Revenue Cycle Specialist looking for a stable organization with excellent benefits and opportunities for professional growth, we encourage you to apply!

Please apply or send resume to Justin@theipgteam.com