Job Description
Role Description
- You will support a mental health practice based in Lincoln, Nebraska, providing services for therapy, ADHD, autism, depression, anxiety, and related behavioral health needs.
- Serve as the primary point of contact for patient billing and account-related inquiries, functioning as a virtual front-desk and billing liaison.
- Answer patient questions related to billing statements, account balances, insurance coverage, and payment options.
- Verify insurance eligibility and coverage to help explain patient responsibility and resolve billing-related questions.
- Assist patients with payment plans and financing options, including explaining available options and guiding them through the application process when appropriate.
- Review patient accounts in the EMR (e.g., Tebra) to confirm balances and billing details.
- Proactively contact patients regarding outstanding balances and payment updates.
- Help patients understand their billing statements, clarify charges, and address discrepancies.
- Provide real-time virtual front-desk support, including assisting with patient check-ins and verifying patient information as needed.
- Support in-office staff as needed and maintain ongoing communication with the clinic team to ensure timely resolution of billing and account-related requests.
- Communicate with patients via phone, text, email, and video conferencing.
- Navigate and work across 3β5 cloud-based systems daily (e.g., Tebra EMR, RingCentral, Microsoft 365).
- Maintain strict HIPAA compliance and confidentiality at all times.
- Remain available on video conference during working hours for patient-facing interactions and internal coordination.
- Qualifications
- At least 1 year of experience in medical billing.
- Experience handling billing and patient account inquiries, including explaining bills and balances, addressing insurance-related charges, assisting with payment options or plans, and helping resolve billing discrepancies.
- Experience performing insurance verification and eligibility checks.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to explain billing and financial information clearly and professionally.
- Comfortable being on camera throughout the workday.
- Knowledge of HIPAA compliance and confidentiality standards.
- Experience working in a mental health, psychiatry, or similar behavioral health practice is a plus.
- Experience with Tebra, RingCentral, Microsoft 365, or similar systems is a plus.
- Requirements
- Must be proficient in speaking and writing English very clearly.
- Must have relevant work experience.
- Be able to submit an NBI clearance and/or Local Police Clearance background check before onboarding [mandatory].
- Must be available for video meetings with your camera on (when needed).
- Technical Requirements
- Device: Reliable laptop or desktop computer.
- Internet: High-speed connection (minimum 10 Mbps).
- Audio: Noise-canceling headset.
- Video: Webcam for virtual meetings.
- Workspace: Quiet, professional environment.
- Benefits
- Dedicated HR & Contractor Support Team: Access to world-class support for questions, guidance, contract matters, and client communication.
- Premium VPN Access (Optional): A secure VPN license can be provided upon request to enhance privacy and security for client-related tasks.
- HIPAA & Cybersecurity Training + Certification (Provided): Access to our internal HIPAA compliance training, cybersecurity modules, and certification to help you confidently handle PHI for U.S. healthcare clients.
- Top 1% VA Performance Training: Access to our proprietary training on communication, client management, productivity systems, and best practices to help you become a top-performing VA and increase long-term client retention.
- Client-Approved U.S. Holidays: Contractors may take U.S. holidays off according to the clientβs needs and schedule.
- Client-Approved Paid or Unpaid Time Off: Time off may be granted by your client. Paid time off is optional and only if offered by the client.
- Access to Tools & Resources: Templates, workflow guides, productivity tools, and client-specific SOP support to help you perform at your best.
- Optional Performance-Based Incentives: Some clients may offer bonuses, incentives, or increased hours based on your performance.
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