Credentialing Specialist

Firm Overview:

Founded in 1931, Kassouf is an accounting, auditing, tax and financial planning firm headquartered in Birmingham, Alabama, and is one of Alabama’s oldest and most respected firms. The firm serves individuals and businesses across a broad range of industries.

Kassouf’s trusted advisors help businesses of all kind succeed through our array of services. Many Kassouf clients have ensured our firm with their financial needs for decades, displaying our commitment to excellent service.

We understand that any goal is achieved based on the effectiveness on the team. That’s why team development, leadership, and personal effectiveness are cornerstones of our vision. By promoting a culture that fosters self-improvement, upward mobility, and continued education, we commit to strive for excellence every day. Our highly-trained team is prepared to help clients with whatever obstacles they may face.

With locations in Birmingham, Auburn, Huntsville, Orange Beach, and Baton Rouge, Kassouf employs more than 100 individuals. We’re honored to receive recognition from Forbes, Accounting Today , and Inside Public Accounting as one of the best firms in the nation. Though these honors are prestigious, they are side effects of our chief goal: client success. When our clients win, we win. This has been our driving force for 90 years, and it will continue to be for the next 90.

Position Overview:
The Credentialing Specialist is accountable to the Healthcare Advisors for the execution of responsibilities and activities. The Credentialing Specialist will carry out duties that will include clerical work; communications with outside agencies, organizations and clients; and special projects as assigned by the Healthcare Advisors. This is a full time position with traditional office hours.

Position Scope:
The Credentialing Specialist’s position requires a significant degree of self-direction, accuracy and attention to details, and initiative to keep pace with deadlines. It requires interaction with employees, client representatives and outside agencies.

Activities:

• Receives, evaluates and organizes confidential data for healthcare organizations, physicians and providers.
• Completes enrollment applications to credential and contract medical providers with insurance companies and government agencies.
• Monitors the credentialing application process and provides frequent updates to Healthcare Advisors and clients, including identifying issues and addressing solutions.
• Prepares and maintains documents, reports, spreadsheets and communications within computer software for Healthcare Advisors.
• Becomes a “super user” of credentialing software and websites utilized on a daily basis

Education & Experience:
A high school degree or equivalent is required. Three to five years of experience in medical billing and/or provider enrollment/health plan credentialing is preferred.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:

• Must be detail-oriented with the ability to execute plans in a timely manner.
• Must be a self-starter who requires minimal supervision.
• Ability to work with computer software to produce reports, documents and spreadsheets.
• Ability to work well with all levels of employees, vendors and the public.
• Ability to communicate effectively, verbally and in writing.
• Knowledge and experience with Medical billing and credentialing processes.
• Knowledge and experience with CAQH, PECOS, NPPES and other online platforms.

Founded in 1931, we are one of Birmingham's most established and respected firms. We use our strong history to propel our team toward a bright future. Our advisory mindset and firm vision are at the core of everything we do. We are more than accountants; we are trusted advisors for the array of industries we serve.