Part-Time Medical Biller (Mental Health)

Life Skills Awareness is seeking an experienced Medical Biller to join our growing outpatient mental health practice. We are looking for a detail-oriented professional with extensive experience billing Medi-Cal and working within the behavioral health field.

This is a part-time hybrid position (approximately 20 hours per week). While some remote work is available, applicants must be available to work at least 15 hours per week in our office, as collaboration with our administrative and clinical teams is an essential part of the role.

Position Details

Part-time (approximately 20 hours per week)

Hybrid schedule

Minimum 15 hours per week in office

Flexible scheduling available

Responsibilities

Submit and manage insurance claims with an emphasis on Medi-Cal billing.

Follow up on unpaid and denied claims.

Verify benefits and eligibility.

Reconcile payments and manage accounts receivable.

Work closely with clinicians and administrative staff to resolve billing issues.

Ensure compliance with Medi-Cal regulations and behavioral health documentation requirements.

Maintain accurate billing records while protecting patient confidentiality.

Qualifications

Minimum of 5 years of medical billing experience, with a strong preference for mental health or behavioral health billing.

Demonstrated experience billing Medi-Cal is required.

Experience with commercial insurance billing is preferred.

Strong understanding of claim denials, appeals, authorizations, and payment reconciliation.

Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.

Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with an in-office team.

Experience with electronic health record (EHR) systems is preferred.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience in outpatient behavioral health or private practice settings.

Familiarity with California Medi-Cal regulations and managed care plans.

Knowledge of CPT, ICD-10, and behavioral health billing practices.

Why Join Us?

At Life Skills Awareness, we are passionate about providing exceptional mental health services to our community. We value teamwork, integrity, and excellence, and we're looking for someone who shares those values and enjoys helping ensure our practice runs smoothly.

To Apply: Please submit your resume along with a brief summary of your experience with Medi-Cal and mental health billing to maro@lifeskillsawareness.org

Flexible work from home options available.