Medical Billing Supervisor

Medical Billing Supervisor

The Medical Billing Supervisor plans, organizes and supervises the medical insurance billing functions and accounting/clerical staff for the Department of Health and Social Services' Medical Billing Unit; assists in developing, implementing and maintaining the department-specific patient accounting and billing systems; serves as the electronic health record billing liaison between the County and the State; and resolves technical billing problems in coordination with the claim management system and clearing house provider.

The ideal candidate will be highly organized and detail-oriented with extensive experience in reviewing, reconciling, processing, and maintaining fiscal transactions, accounts, and/or statistical data and records. A strong foundation in medical billing is expected in this role. The candidate should have a working knowledge of methods, practices, and terminology used in insurance and medical billing and also possesses knowledge of fundamental accounting principles. The Medical Billing Supervisor must be adept at managing competing demands, multiple priorities, and reflect the County's Core Values.

Education: Associate degree or equivalent from an accredited college or university with a major in medical billing and coding, healthcare accounting, or a field closely related to the intent of the class. Education must have included healthcare industry rules and regulations and current procedural code sets and guidelines for medical billing and coding

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Experience: Three (3) years of direct experience in medical billing and coding or medical accounts receivables; of which one year must have been lead or supervisory experience in any field.

• Possession of one (1) of a valid and current certification is required, such as a: Certified Coding Associate (CCA), Certified Coding Specialist (CCS), Certified Documentation Expert-Outpatient (CDEO), Certified Professional Coder (CPC), or related certification from a recognized accredited college, university, or professional association (e.g., American Academy of Professional Coders (AAPC) or American Medical Billing Association (AMBA)).
• The position may require the possession of a California Driver's License, Class C.

Note: Employees must keep their licenses, certifications and registrations current while employed in this class and failure to do so may constitute cause for personnel action in accordance with Civil Service Rules and/or applicable bargaining agreement.

Applications must be submitted through the NeoGOV system. Paper copies of applications are not accepted. All additional application materials as requested in the job announcement (e.g.: degree/transcripts, certificates, licenses, DD-214, ADA Accommodation Request, etc.) by the application review deadline. Resumes are not accepted in lieu of completing the application. You will be evaluated based on the information provided on the application. Please ensure any experience you believe qualifies you for the job is reflected in your application's employment history. When completing employment details and/or responding to supplemental questions, do not write "see resume," as resumes will not be reviewed and this will be considered an incomplete application.

Previously submitted application materials (e.g., copies of diploma and/or transcripts, etc.) for prior recruitments will not be applied for this recruitment but must be re-submitted for this recruitment. Any further questions can be directed to the Department of Human Resources at View phone number on click.appcast.io, business hours are Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. EOE/AA