Medicaid Billing Specialist II

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Description Get FIRED up Chicago! Ignite Medical Resorts Home Office in Park Ridge, Illinois is HIRING a Medicaid Billing Specialist II. SUMMARY: Reporting directly to the Director of Central Billing, the Medicaid Billing Specialist II is responsible for managing Medicaid billing and collections with increased independence and accountability. This role ensures the accuracy of claims, adjustments, and receivables while identifying and resolving discrepancies that impact reimbursement. The Medicaid Billing Specialist II works closely with facility Business Office Managers to address eligibility and authorization issues, provides training support to Specialist I staff, and contributes to departmental performance by monitoring trends, documenting payer activity, and participating in AR reviews Essential Duties and Responsibilities: · Prepares and submits all Medicaid billing, turnaround documents and claim adjustments. · Communicates closely with facility Business Office Manager to ascertain status of pending applications, level of care determinations and re-certifications. · Utilizes company approved system to document and follow up on payer commitments · Identifies payment discrepanc...