Medicaid Billing Administrator - Intern (Unpaid)

Medicaid Billing Administrator Intern

Company: Neuropath Healthcare Solutions

Location: Cherry Hill, New Jersey

Duration: 6 Months

Position: Unpaid Internship

About Neuropath Healthcare Solutions: At Neuropath Healthcare Solutions, we provide comprehensive technology-driven healthcare solutions for healthcare organizations, including hospitals, long-term care, outpatient facilities, and residential treatment. We are passionate about healthcare and technology, dedicated to acquiring top talent. We seek interns who are internally motivated, adaptive, and embody our core values as a client-focused organization.

Job Summary: The Medicaid Billing Administrator Internship at Neuropath Behavioral Healthcare is designed to provide students and recent graduates with practical training and exposure to healthcare billing processes. Interns will gain hands-on experience in Medicaid claims processing, billing compliance, and healthcare administration while working under the direct supervision of experienced billing professionals. This internship is intended for educational purposes and to help participants develop professional skills in a real-world healthcare setting. The internship is unpaid and structured to align with New Jersey state guidelines for educational internships.

Duties & Learning Opportunities:

• Observe and assist in processing Medicaid claims by preparing and submitting billing information through appropriate portals.
• Learn to verify patient eligibility for Medicaid coverage using state and federal databases.
• Gain exposure to reviewing and reconciling billing reports for compliance with Medicaid regulations.
• Shadow staff in following up on unpaid or denied claims, including learning how to communicate with insurance representatives and prepare resubmissions.
• Assist in maintaining accurate billing records in electronic health record (EHR) or billing software systems.
• Collaborate with administrative and clinical staff to understand documentation requirements for claims submission.
• Participate in audit preparation and compliance checks to learn about HIPAA and Medicaid guidelines.
• Observe and assist in generating billing reports to track claim statuses and identify common trends in denials or delays.

Skills & Abilities:

• Strong verbal and written communication skills to interact effectively with team members and support claim resolutions.
• Exceptional attention to detail for accurate claim submission and documentation.
• Solid organizational and time management skills to manage multiple billing tasks and meet deadlines.
• Ability to quickly learn and adapt to Medicaid billing software and systems, including NJMMIS and CMS 1500 form processes.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel and Word, for billing records and data entry.
• Capable of working independently while also contributing to a collaborative billing team environment.
• A commitment to maintaining confidentiality and complying with HIPAA and Medicaid regulations.
• Some familiarity with medical coding standards, including ICD-10, is a plus.

Requirements & Qualifications:

• Strong interest in healthcare billing and administration.
• Current college student, or recent graduate.
• Basic understanding of ICD10 codes and CMS 1500 form submission preferred.
• Ability to work in a team environment and communicate effectively.
• Ability to commute to our office in Cherry Hill, NJ.
• Must consent to and pass a formal background check including fingerprinting.
• Candidates must be authorized to work in the U.S. without current or future visa sponsorship. We are unable to sponsor H-1B or other employment visas at this time.

Schedule: We are offering flexible hours. Ideally, we are looking for someone who can commit to the office five days a week, for at least 3 to 4 hours.

• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Disclaimer: At Neuropath, strong performance matters. If an intern's performance demonstrates consistent proficiency in required skills, they may be invited to continue their internship into the next semester. For current students, the internship may be extended throughout their academic enrollment, provided they maintain the expected standards of performance and professional conduct.