Medical Billing Specialist **Unified Therapy Services** 1 Positions ID: 68838 Posted On 05/24/2025 **Job Overview** **Unified Therapy Services is hiring a Billing Specialist!** This is a full-time position that will be responsible for invoicing, billing, collection of patient accounts and prior authorizations. **ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES** + Submit prior authorizations into commercial insurance companies electronically or via paper and ensure that therapists have substantial amount of time to submit prior authorizations to the billing department with communication and knowledge of what is going on in all departments. + Spends most of the time focused on handling follow-ups and denials, utilizing denial management to optimize resolution. + Researches changes in patient insurance, corrects billing errors, and adjusts ledgers accordingly to ensure accurate billing records (X payor) + Update and correspond with therapists regarding treatment plans for each patient and discipline. + Contact insurance companies concerning billing questions, denials, preauthorization’s, or any related topics. + Set up new insurance details such as: Name, payor ID, address, etc. in the Insurance Tables in the Software Program. + Work with Patient Account Specialist on patient ledgers regarding monthly patient responsible statements. + Educates appropriate staff and supervisor with any new updates or changes to the IA Administrative code, and all other insurance companies. (i.e. emails, newsletters, websites, etc.) and ensure that our facility is abiding by all state mandated codes for Rehab Agencies. (both HOD and BS) + When needed, send or ensure all commercial and Medicaid insurance primary and secondary claims via paper using HCFA or UB04 forms. + Review and analyze reports and compare them to last month and to review the end of the year reports compared to where we were last year. + Discussing game plan and which patients we are having problems with and where we are at with follow-up on each over 90 days and older claims. + Reviews Discharge Audits at PCC request. + Schedule and attend formal meetings as requested to review billing issues. + Assists with orientation and training of new staff and students. + Maintain positive relationships with the health care team, patients, and family. + Notify appropriate staff in a professional manner if any problems occur with the collection of end of day charges. + Assists in creating policies/procedure related to changes in the area of billing /insurance and the requirement set forth by governing agencies. + Attends annual Medicaid trainings and occasionally webinars. + Occasionally present billing updates during PCC meetings + Other duties may be assigned **QUALIFICATIONS** + High school diploma/GED + 1-2 years of medical billing experience preferred + Prior experience with prior authorizations and collections preferred + Proficient in Microsoft Office **Apply today! Send resume to careers@unifiedtherapy.com** Primary Contact 1662060958850 Tiffany Schmitt Human Resource Specialist, Human Resources 563-583-4003 Phone Phone Phone 5635834003 ext 132 Fax tiffanys@unifiedtherapy.com Email True True True **Job Details** Categories Clerical/Office Administration Health Care Location Dubuque, IA Shift First Shift Job Type Employee Full/Part Full Time Benefits Health Insurance Dental Insurance Vision Insurance Life Insurance Retirement Plan Paid Vacation Paid Sick Leave PTO (Paid Time Off) Paid Holidays **Qualifications** Education High School/GED Experience 1-2 Years Company ID 1306 Job REQ # \# Positions 1 Start Date 20250524 End Date 20250623 Featured Job 0 TH Ad 0 TH Comments **Similar Jobs** RN-5N Medical/Surgical UnityPoint Health Finley Hospital RN-5N Medical/Surgical UnityPoint Health Finley Hospital Project Specialist Clarke University Data Entry Specialist Express Employment Professionals Help Desk Specialist Hirschbach Motor Lines, Inc. 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Between private treatment rooms and large gym space, we can assess and treat everyone that walks through our doors. We love giving back to our community through free community screenings, charitable donations, and participating in special community events. Unified Therapy Services is therapist owned and operated since our establishment in 2006; we are a growing company with opportunities for advancement.