Revenue Cycle Manager - 130801

Billing Manager Location: Claratel Winn Way- 445 Winn Way, Decatur, GA 30030 Hours: Monday – Friday 8:00am- 5:00pm (Hybrid) Claratel Behavioral Health is seeking a dedicated and experienced Billing Manager to oversees the day-to-day operations of the billing department ensuring accurate and timely claims submission, payment posting, and accounts receivable management. This position leads a team of billing specialists, denial management specialists, eligibility verification specialists, and credentialing specialists and works cross-functionally with the clinical and utilization management teams to optimize revenue, minimize denials, and ensure compliance with payer guidelines and regulatory standards.   Key Responsibilities: Manage the billing team, including hiring, training, supervising, and evaluating staff performance Ensure accurate and timely submission of behavioral health claims to Medicaid, Medicare, and commercial payers Oversee payment posting, charge entry, refunds, and accounts receivable follow-up processes Monitor billing performance metrics and aging reports to ensure timely collections and minimize outstanding balances Analyze claim denials, identify trends, and implement corrective actions in collaboration with denial management and clinical teams Coordinate with clinical and utilization management teams to prevent billing disruptions Ensure compliance with all applicable billing regulations, coding guidelines, and HIPAA requirements Maintain and update billing policies and procedures to reflect payer updates and regulatory changes Prepare regular reports for leadership on collections, AR trends, denials, and billing KPIs Lead billing-related audits and support financial reporting requirements Serve as the billing subject matter expert for new program implementations and payer contracts   Skills and Competencies: In-depth knowledge of behavioral health billing, including Medicaid, Medicare, and managed care payers Proficiency in EHR and billing systems (Preferably Avatar) Strong understanding of CPT, HCPCS, ICD-10 coding, and behavioral health modifiers Excellent leadership, team management, and communication skills Ability to analyze data, generate reports, and drive performance improvements Strong organizational and time management skills with attention to detail Ability to manage competing priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced environment Knowledge of compliance standards and HIPAA requirements   Preferred Experience: 3–5 years of billing experience in a healthcare setting, with at least 2 years in behavioral health 2+ years of experience in a supervisory or management role Certification such as Certified Professional Biller (CPB), Certified Revenue Cycle Professional (CRCP), or related credential preferred