Medical Biller for Private Outpatient Psychiatry Practice

Empire Psychiatry

Medical Biller for Private Outpatient Psychiatry Practice

Rockville Centre, NY
Part Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Position Summary:

    We are seeking a detail-oriented and compassionate Medical Biller/Prior Authorization Specialist to support our outpatient psychiatric practice. This dual role involves coordinating medication pre-authorizations, and supporting billing and administrative tasks. Ideal for someone experienced in behavioral health settings who thrives in a fast-paced, patient-focused environment.

    Key Responsibilities:

    Medication Prior Authorizations:

     Coordinate prior authorization requests for psychiatric medications with insurance

    companies.

     Follow up with insurance providers to track status and obtain approvals.

     Collaborate with prescribers and pharmacies to ensure timely medication access.

     Maintain accurate records of all authorization processes and outcomes.

    Billing:

     Help resolve billing issues and enter charges to patient accounts as needed.

     Provide support with patient billing questions and statements.

    Administrative Support:

     Maintain confidentiality and uphold HIPAA regulations at all times.

     Support the billing department and clinicians with ad-hoc tasks as assigned.

    Qualifications:

     Experience: Minimum 3 years in medical billing, prior authorizations, or related roles

    (psychiatry or behavioral health preferred).

     Knowledge: Familiarity with insurance processes, psychiatric medications, and

    electronic medical records (EMRs).

     Skills: Excellent communication, attention to detail, organizational skills, and ability to

    work independently.

     Tech: Experience with EMR systems (e.g., Office Ally, Dr Chrono, etc.), Microsoft

    Office or GSuite.

    Preferred:

     Knowledge of mental health medications and terminology.

     Experience working in a remote or hybrid setting.

    This is a remote position.