Billing Specialist

Generous PTO and Benefits package. Salary: $70,000-80,000 Your Career. Your Calling. Our Commitment to Exceptional Care. At Wingate Living, we’re more than just senior living--we’re builders of lifestyles, friendships, and communities you’ll be proud to be part of. As a family‑owned company with over 30 years of experience throughout Massachusetts and Rhode Island, we offer a unique blend of healthcare and hospitality through a full continuum of premier services. Join us, and bring your passion, expertise, and heart to a team that truly values you. Job Purpose Billing and collection of accounts receivable. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Keep electronic files of each resident current. Complete all required reports and communications required for Wingate Living and necessary third‑party payers. Maintain on‑going communication with Medicaid, Medicare, Third Party and Private payers regarding collection issues. Maintain on‑going communication with Administrator at all times. Assure that all pertinent personal and financial information is accurately recorded. Receive admission, discharge and bed hold information for census and billing purposes. Input all new admission and daily census reports. Maintain current census information, updating census cards and resident files as needed. Maintain current Medicaid, Medicare, Medex and other third‑party information to ensure timely payments. Coordinate all conversions of resident accounts among various third‑party payers. Communicate regularly with Utilization Review Nurse, Admissions and Social Services to maintain accurate billing information. Attend weekly AR and Medicare meetings. Respond to special requests for project work and complete assignments in a timely fashion. Demonstrate an understanding of Wingate's Collection Policy, overall AR goals and objectives. Reconcile bank statements, ensure quarterly statements are mailed, and complete annual reconciliation for resident Personal Needs Accounts. Commit to working with residents and families to develop and implement strategies that promote person‑centered care. Perform additional duties as assigned. Position Requirements High School Diploma or equivalent required. Demonstrated ability to be detail oriented. Preferred experience in Matrix. Preferred experience in Skilled Nursing Facilities. 1 year experience in data entry required. Able to use Microsoft Office and other computer applications proficiently required. Prior experience in billing and claims processing preferred. #J-18808-Ljbffr