Transportation Northeast Colorado Association of Local Governments (NECALG) Medicaid Billing Assistant JOB TITLE: Part-time, $18.00/hour DEPARTMENT: Transportation/County Express, Logan County

JOB REQUIREMENTS AND RESPONSIBILITES

Must have a High School Diploma or GED and at least one year s work experience in an office setting.

Must have general knowledge of computers and basic Microsoft Word and Excel.

Colorado driver s license is a requirement for this position. All applicants must provide a copy of their driving record from the Department of Motor Vehicles.

A pre-employment drug test is required. Other required drug tests include random testing, post-accident, and reasonable suspicion. Mandatory termination if the individual employee exceeds drug and alcohol limits or for refusal to test.

Establish a system for tracking and organizing Medicaid transportation.

Authorize Medicaid transportation for Medicaid clients in the six-county area on a daily-basis.

Prepare and bill in the Medicaid Web Portal for Medical and Non-Medical (HCBS) trips for the six- county area.

Put billing batches together throughout the month to be entered into the A/R account.

Collects Medicaid reimbursements by gathering, coding, and transmitting patient care information.

Keeps up to date on information required for remittance of patient care by Medicaid and communicates this information to fellow billing staff.

Reviews patient records to check for proper Medicaid coding and completeness and makes corrections accordingly.

Analyzes patient billing records for completeness and accuracy and obtains additional information and clarification as necessary.

Resolves billing discrepancies by conducting further research and correcting errors.

Ensures payments by verifying accuracy of Medicaid coding.

Resolves disputed claims by gathering, verifying, and providing additional information and following up on claims.

Resolves discrepancies by examining and evaluating data.

Adjusts patient bills by reviewing remittance advice and consulting with Medicaid office.

Prepares monthly reports.

Participates in professional educational opportunities to keep current on Medicaid billing and reimbursement procedures.

Any other assigned duties.

GENERAL JOB DESCRIPTION

Programs assigned to AAA Services Coordinator: 1. Each Coordinator is assigned Counites of Region 1 AAA set by the SUA of Colorado (Logan, Morgan, Phillips, Sedgwick, Washington, Yuma) 2. Each coordinator is required to acquire, maintain, and hold current certifications in the following programs under the AAA. A. Colorado Certified SHIP Coordinator (State Health Insurance Program) B. Colorado ADRC Coordination (Adult Disability Resource Center) The AAA Services coordinator maintains and provides services to residents under the Title III, Old Americans Act for the state of Colorado and the AAA of Region 1 in their prospective assigned county or counties. The AAA programs include fundraising, budgeting, and community outreach. Develops and implements programs that align with the organization's mission and support the organization's goals. Creates program materials and ensures that program achieves stated objectives and goals. Responsible for special events, and other duties that include and are not limited to publicizing the organization and its programs to the community. Work daily with other programs, reporting, data collection, and other duties assigned to assist the AAA Director, SHIP Coordinator, Programs Assistant, and the Nutrition Supervisor along with all other Service Coordinators in the field.

MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Provide assistance to the Area Agency on Aging Director, and upon request, other organizations in developing and planning services for the elderl Responsible for Outreach and Information and Assistance program operation in all 6 counties. Responsible for the coordina ion of ADRC programs and services within the counties to ensure senior's needs are met and to eliminate duplication of services by other providers. Responsible for advocating for the rights of seniors locally, statewide and nationally. Responsible for maintaining records essential to the operation and