Billing Specialist

Acadian Ambulance has an immediate opening for a full-time Billing Specialist to work with our Acadian Client Services team in Lafayette, LA. The Billing Specialist (LA/TN/MS Medicaid) is responsible for processing and resolving insurance claims, ensuring proper payment of claims, appealing denials, and resolving claims issues. JOB LOCATION: This position is based in the office, located in Lafayette, LA. The hours are Monday‑Friday, 8:00am‑5:00pm. This is NOT a Work From Home position. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Responsible for claim status checks as needed to ensure proper resolution. Initiating contact with insurance providers as needed. Review and process claim rejections and appeals for research and resolution. Monitor payment discrepancies and process payments. Review claims for Federal compliance. Process incoming correspondence and phone calls specific to the payer type. Verification of patient insurance. Ensure accuracy of demographic information. Other duties and responsibilities as assigned. QUALIFICATIONS: High school diploma or equivalent. Previous medical billing experience with an emphasis on Louisiana Medicaid preferred. Proficient in Google, MS Office Suite or related software. Ability to communicate clearly and concisely. Ability to establish and maintain working relationships with coworkers and patients. Punctual with strong attendance history. Ability to adhere to productivity goals, departmental and company guidelines, dress code, policies and procedures. Excellent interpersonal skills and time management. Maintain highest level of confidentiality. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. Acadian Companies is an Equal Opportunity Employer /Affirmative Action Employer. Employment is based solely upon one's individual merit and qualifications directly related to professional competence. We don’t discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, veterans, ancestry, pregnancy status, sex, age, marital status, disability, medical condition, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristics protected by law. We will make reasonable accommodations to meet our obligations under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and state disability laws. We offer comprehensive insurance benefits for full-time employees, including but not limited to Medical, Dental, Vision coverages, along with 401(k) and ESOP (Employee Stock Ownership Program), and Vacation and Sick time. #J-18808-Ljbffr