PT Billing Specialist at Central Oregon Independent Practice Association CO – Bend, Oregon

Job Overview

Central Oregon IPA (COIPA) is seeking a detail-oriented PT Billing Specialist II to support billing operations across multiple clinics. This role plays a key part in ensuring accurate billing, compliance, and strong relationships with clinics and payers.

This is a part-time, hybrid position requiring both remote and onsite work at our Bend office.

What You’ll Do Billing Operations

• Process, code, and submit claims using EDI systems
• Prepare invoices and maintain billing records
• Perform insurance verifications and pre-authorizations
• Conduct audits and coding reviews for accuracy and compliance
• Communicate with insurance companies to resolve discrepancies
• Collaborate with providers on coding and documentation questions

Accounts Receivable & Collections

• Manage insurance payments (EOBs and electronic postings)
• Follow up on denied claims and resubmit as needed
• Document denials, write-offs, and adjustments
• Reconcile payments, charges, and accounts
• Support clinics in optimizing revenue cycle processes

Program & Clinic Support

• Assist with onboarding new clinics and developing workflows
• Serve as a point of contact for billing system issues
• Help develop policies and procedures for billing operations
• Provide training and support to clinic staff
• Build relationships with insurance representatives

Why Join COIPA?

• Collaborative, mission-driven healthcare organization
• Opportunity to support multiple clinics and improve care delivery
• Flexible hybrid work model
• Meaningful role in revenue cycle improvement

Equal Opportunity Employer

COIPA is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on any protected status under federal, state, or local law.

What We’re Looking For Required Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of medical billing experience
• Experience with billing software (Epic and/or Next Tech preferred)
• Strong knowledge of billing, coding, and compliance standards
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively
• Strong communication and problem-solving abilities
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)

Preferred Qualifications

• Associate degree or equivalent experience
• CPC certification

Work Environment

• Hybrid schedule: onsite 3–4 days per week
• Combination of desk work, computer use, and occasional lifting (up to 25 lbs)