CodeMax Behavioral Health Billing · 3 months ago
Account Manager (Substance Abuse Billing)
CodeMax Behavioral Health Billing is a company focused on providing billing solutions in the mental health and substance abuse domain. The Account Manager will oversee billing operations, ensure compliance with regulations, and address customer inquiries while managing medical records and staff training.
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Responsibilities
Oversees the management and organization of SA and MH medical records
Familiarity with ASAM, LOCUS, and MCG criteria to review and assess the appropriateness of treatments and recommendations
Ensures the confidentiality of patient information in compliance with HIPAA and other relevant guidelines
Trains and guides clinical staff on proper record-keeping for all of the Departments (VOB,UR, BILLING etc...)
Using their extensive knowledge and experience with Substance Abuse billing science and technology, resolves discrepancies or issues in patient records and makes corrections exercising sound independent judgment and making impactful decisions grounded in lessons learned/education gained
Monitors and ensures staff compliance with the latest SA and MH regulations
Generates and reviews reports related to patient care, interventions, and compliance
Generates and reviews operational metrics understanding and acting upon trends, bottlenecks and anomalies
Anticipates adverse customer impacts and proactively communicates with Customers as well as driving and communicating resolutions
As a point of escalations, follows up on unpaid claims and manages denials by conducting investigations and assisting with filing appeals
Participates in management meetings, offering insights, and updates related to SA and MH Claims, billing, posting, utilization review, vob and medical records
Documents medical billing procedures and trains staff as necessary
Resolves patient and customer inquiries and complaints related to medical billing
Provides training and guidance to peers and operational staff as required
Stays updated with the latest trends, research, and regulations in SA and MH care and record-keeping
Other duties assigned by the department supervisor and/or management team
Qualification
Required
Strong leadership and managerial abilities
Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
Superior problem-solving abilities and analytical thinking
Outstanding written and verbal communication skills
Proficiency in data management, data entry, and basic office software applications
Strong issue resolution and customer/patient de-escalation skills
Deep understanding of SA and MH medical records
Familiarity with ASAM, LOCUS, MCG criteria
Bachelor's or Master's degree in a clinical field such as psychology, social work, or a related field
Minimum of three (3) years of clinical experience with an emphasis in SA and MH
Knowledge and proficiency in electronic health records (EHR) related to SA and MH
In-depth understanding of clinical assessment tools and criteria such as ASAM, LOCUS, and MCG
Comfortable working within a matrixed structure
Preferred
Advanced degrees preferred
Certification or specialized training in ASAM, LOCUS, MCG, or a combination thereof
Management experience is a plus
Benefits
Health Insurance
Vision Insurance
Dental Insurance
401(k) plan with matching contributions