Billing Assistant

Billing Assistant – Oak Park Place

Welcome to Oak Park Place, where your talents are celebrated, your growth is nurtured, and your work truly matters. We employ passionate individuals looking to help us write the next best chapter of our residents’ lives!

The primary function of a Billing Assistant is to assist and support in the processing, reviewing, and follow up of all third-party insurance claims for the facility in accordance with all federal, state, and local guidelines, standards, and as directed by the Director of Patient Billing.

• Control and maintain census, resident files, billing setup in PCC.
• Secure resident financial status information through Waystar and/or other provider portals (precertification, authorizations, referrals).
• Provide timely and accurate billing and collections for all accounts for assigned facilities.
• Perform monthly review of accounts receivable aging for all resident account balances.
• Assess accuracy of claims and perform collection efforts (as needed) to ensure timely payments.
• Collaborate with residents, families, and insurance companies to resolve billing inquiries and disputes.
• Maintain general working knowledge of Medicare, Medicaid, and other insurance regulations and requirements.

• High School Diploma/GED Equivalent.
• Minimum of 2 years of applicable experience in healthcare (long-term care) billing and collections.
• EHR and/or billing software experience required. Experience with PCC a plus.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Leadership, negotiation, problem‑solving skills and ability to interpret cause and effect.

• Competitive pay and benefit package including health, dental and vision.
• Company‑paid Long‑Term Disability, AD&D and Life insurance.
• Up to 120 hours of paid time off in first year of employment.
• Eligible for the 401(k) after 6 months.
• Company‑paid employee assistance program.
• Flexible schedules.