YSS · 2 months ago
Insurance Billing Specialist (53767)
Ames, IA, USA
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid Level
3+ years expYSS is one of Iowa’s oldest and largest nonprofits dedicated to helping young people thrive. They are seeking an Insurance Billing Specialist who will manage billing operations, ensure accuracy in insurance verification and documentation, and support the clinical and intake teams to enhance the revenue cycle process.
Addiction TreatmentHealth CareNon ProfitRehabilitationSocial AssistanceTherapeuticsWellness
Responsibilities
Keep billing operations on track by overseeing our third-party billing partner
Team up with Intake, Scheduling, and Clinical staff to spot and fix billing delays
Verify insurance benefits across all programs and document clear cost estimates for clients
Enter insurance details, authorizations, and demographics in CareLogic—accurate and on time
Manage returned mail and keep client records current
Contact clients about balances or payment plans and support the Welcome Team with daily balance/copay updates
Share key reports on denials, receivables, and collection trends with leadership
Communicate billing and coding changes, and flag complex claim issues to the RCM team
Help clients complete Sliding Fee Scale (SFS) applications and maintain compliant records
Recommend process improvements that boost revenue and cash flow
Be the go-to person for billing questions and EMR training
Update billing and intake procedures as needed
Prepare data reports and summaries for leadership
Qualification
Required
Minimum of 3 years' experience in insurance billing, coding, or revenue cycle management, ideally in behavioral health or healthcare
Solid knowledge of insurance verification, prior authorizations, and billing regulations, including Medicaid and commercial plans
Strong understanding of HIPAA regulations and experience handling sensitive health and financial information confidentially
Proficiency with EMRs (preferably CareLogic) and reporting tools
Preferred
Familiar with mental health and substance use billing, including program-specific requirements and documentation best practices
Experienced with financial assistance programs, including Sliding Fee Scale (SFS) processes and documentation
A clear and effective communicator, able to explain complex billing information to clients and staff
A problem-solver, able to identify trends and recommend process improvements
A self-starter who takes initiative and works independently
A collaborative team player who works effectively across multiple teams
Mission-driven, with a strong commitment to equity, inclusion, and positive social impact
Approaches work with humility, respect, and sensitivity to diverse identities and lived experiences
Benefits
Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
Supplemental accident, critical illness, and hospital indemnity insurance
Accrued PTO, plus paid time off for holidays, your birthday, and volunteering
Employee Assistance Program
Pet insurance discounts
PSLF Program qualification
Recognition, training, and wellness programs
Retirement saving options
Company
YSS
YSS is an organisation that provides safe housing & pre & post-natal care for young mothers and addiction treatment for teens.
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Andrew Allen
President and CEO
Kara Warme
Chief Development Officer
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