Billing Specialist ( $26 an Hour
Listed on 2026-08-17
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Healthcare
Healthcare Administration, Medical Billing and Coding, Medical Office -
Administrative/Clerical
Healthcare Administration
Job Details
Job Location:
OMAHA, NEBRASKA - OMAHA, NE 68114
Position Type:
Full Time
Education Level: 2 Year Degree
Travel Percentage:
None
Job Shift: Day
Job Category:
Accounting
The Billing Specialist is responsible for compiling and filing claims with, and processing payments from, government and commercial health insurance plans and individual patients.
The Billing Specialist is a direct link between the Billing Coordinator and QA Director and DHHS. While generating claims and receiving payments, the Billing Specialist interacts directly with the billing Coordinator, providers, and clients. The claims generated represent significant revenue and impact the ability to meet budget goals, deliver essential healthcare services, and achieve the DDCN mission. Accuracy and productivity in this position are mandatory.
Job Duties- Receives, reviews, corrects, and enters claim information into billing system.
- Follows-up on pending claims to help ensure timely payments.
- Promptly resolves issues related to claim denials.
- Receives payments, reconciles with Explanation of Benefits, and then posts as appropriate.
- Performs all responsibilities to meet timely filing and other time sensitive requirements.
- Maintains required files of all appropriate documents and information.
- Complies with HIPAA and other regulations and requirements.
- Communicate and help individuals apply for Social Security Benefits and other benefits with DHHS.
- Perform other related duties as assigned.
Qualifications Requires a self-starter with the ability to work independently and as an effective team member in a professional environment.
- Attention to detail and adherence to established policies and procedures required.
- Candidate will be a problem solver, with the ability to organize and prioritize responsibilities.
- Candidate must be flexible and able to embrace and implement change.
- Effective oral and written communication skills are required.
- Good-natured with a positive attitude and a smile; always courteous and respectful to co-workers.
- Always courteous and respectful regardless of race, religion, personal and/or economic situation.
- Minimum of Associate Degree diploma or equivalent required.
- Touch typing/keyboarding and touch
10-key, both with speed and accuracy, are required. - Working knowledge of Windows personal computer, Microsoft Word, and Excel, required.
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