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Mesa Public Schools · 1 day ago

Compliance Specialist - Special Education

Mesa, AZ

Full-time

Onsite

Entry Level

$20.76/hr - $20.76/hr

2+ years exp

Mesa Public Schools is recognized as one of the Best Employers in Arizona and is seeking a Compliance Specialist for their Special Education program. The role involves coordinating Medicaid processes, training district personnel on billing compliance, and ensuring accurate recordkeeping for audits and reviews.

Education Management

Responsibilities

Serve as primary point of contact for district personnel involved with Medicaid billing

Communicate with billing agency and Medicaid agencies to respond to inquiries and/or resolve issues

Maintain Medicaid records to include service logs and online billing system to ensure accuracy of recordkeeping

Prepare student rosters as required for billing

Prepare records and/or reports for state and federal audits and compliance reviews

Coordinate pre-authorization process as required by Medicaid

Update and maintain list of current district Medicaid service providers

Schedule and provide training to district personnel on Medicare billing procedures

Train personnel and monitor the process for time studies

Review IEPs for Medicaid compliance and submit for reimbursement

Attend meetings and trainings, as required, to remain knowledgeable of Medicaid requirements and procedures

Regular and on-time attendance required

Perform other related duties, as assigned, to ensure the efficient and effective functioning of the work unit

Assist other personnel as may be required for the purpose of supporting them in the completion of their work activities

Assists with other assigned duties as appropriate to the area of assignment and Mesa Public Schools

Qualification

Medicaid billingRecordkeepingComputer proficiencyEffective communicationTyping proficiencyOrganizational skillsAttention to detailConfidentiality

Required

High School education or equivalent required

Minimum two years significant clerical experience

Moderate proficiency in typing, with good accuracy; above average test battery; good math aptitude

Computer proficiency to include basic software applications (i.e. Word, Excel, etc.), Synergy; ability to utilize database queries

Skilled in accurate recordkeeping with an emphasis on working with numbers

Ability to communicate effectively (verbal and written) and to establish and to maintain effective working relationships with district personnel and outside agencies

Ability to organize, to prioritize and to meet deadlines with accurate attention to detail while working with frequent interruptions and minimum supervision

Ability to assume responsibility, exercise good judgment and maintain confidentiality