Medicaid Billing Administrator - Intern (Unpaid)

Medicaid Billing Administrator Intern Company: Neuropath Behavioral Healthcare Location: Union, New Jersey Duration: 6 Months Position: Unpaid Internship About Neuropath Healthcare Solutions: Neuropath Behavioral Healthcare provides Comprehensive Therapeutic Support Services designed to address a wide range of emotional, behavioral, and developmental challenges. Our approach is rooted in evidence-based practices and our team of highly trained professionals is dedicated to providing individualized care for every client. 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 Union, 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