Accounting Specialist - Medicare

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RESIDENT ACCOUNTING SPECIALIST- MEDICARE 
We are seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Medicare Billing Specialist to join our healthcare team. This role is essential in ensuring accurate and timely submission of Medicare claims, managing accounts receivable, and maintaining compliance with billing regulations. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in healthcare billing, particularly within long-term care settings and SNF Medicare Part A and B Billing.
MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES

• Prepare and submit Medicare claims and invoices promptly.
• Monitor claim acceptance and ensure timely processing.
• Review delinquent accounts and generate reports to support bad debt reserves.
• Investigate unpaid accounts, process adjustments, and coordinate with revenue sources for resolution.
• Enter daily status changes and monitor denial letters and demand bill requests.
• Verify therapy and ancillary charges against logs and vendor invoices.
• Input ancillary charges into the A/R system prior to claim submission.
• Participate in monthly Triple Check meetings to confirm billing accuracy.
• Utilize Medicare software, PCC, and Microsoft Office applications effectively.
• Uphold confidentiality and residents’ rights at all times.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

• Minimum 2 years of experience in healthcare billing and collections, preferably in long-term care.
• At least 1 year of experience with computerized billing systems.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook.

EMPLOYEE BENEFITS
As a Medicare Patient Accounting Specialist enjoy our competitive total rewards package: 

• $30.00/hour 
• Health benefits start on the first day following your first month of employment
• Dental and Vision Benefits.
• Competitive PTO Plan (starts at 21 days per year)
• 403(b) Plan
• Employer paid AD&D Insurance
• 401(a) Pension Plan with employer match
• Tuition Reimbursement
• FREE PARKING
• Proximity to public transportation
• Employee Assistance Program services provided for to you and your family.

LOCATION
This position is based in our Finance Department located in the Dekelboum Building, located at 6121 Montrose Road in Rockville, Maryland.
ABOUT CHARLES E. SMITH LIFE COMMUNITIES
Charles E. Smith Life Communities (CESLC) is a faith-based nonprofit senior services organization located in Rockville, Maryland, delivering quality care and meaningful life experiences to older adults with dignity and compassion rooted in Jewish values. Our team of over 1,000 members represent a very wide range of cultural backgrounds, ethnicities, and faiths.
SHIFTS & STATUS
This is a FULL TIME HOURLY position with standard business hours.