Leah Kleinkaufman
Jackson,NJ
Summary
Billing and payroll professional with 9+ years of experience in high-volume healthcare operations. Strong background in Medicaid claims processing, collections, and reconciliation. Proven ability to manage large claim volumes, oversee follow-up collections, and maintain near-perfect collection rates. Detail-oriented with a focus on accuracy, compliance, and efficiency.
Billing professional with proven track record in financial management and billing accuracy. Known for improving billing procedures and resolving discrepancies efficiently. Reliable team collaborator focused on achieving results and adapting to changing needs, with keen eye for detail and problem-solving skills.
Experienced with managing billing cycles and maintaining financial accuracy. Utilizes billing software to streamline processes and resolve discrepancies. Knowledge of financial regulations and compliance ensures accurate and timely billing operations.
Knowledgeable about preparing invoices, processing payments and pursuing past-due balances. Well-versed in accurately coding different types of bills for clear recordkeeping and tracking. Team-oriented, dependable and performance-driven.
Successful at efficiently handling client inquiries, billing and administrative tasks. Familiar with contracts and other documents affecting billing processes. Prepares professional, polished statements, and business correspondence.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Payroll & Billing Specialist
Prompt Home Care
The Bronx
05.2018 - 04.2026
- Processed, managed, and supervised payroll for over 600 employees
- Responsible for all PTO and employee benefit plans, including distributions and allocations
- Audited and processed W-4 submissions to ensure compliance
- Verified payroll hours to reconcile with employees’ authorized work schedules
- Processed and submitted approximately 5,000 weekly Medicaid claims across multiple insurance providers
- Verified all claims for proper billing codes, diagnoses, and provider-specific requirements
- Synchronized billing and payroll hours to align with provider authorizations
- Created systems to prevent over/under billing, improve efficiency, and eliminate discrepancies
- Responsible for all follow-up collections with insurance providers to ensure full reimbursement
- Maintained a 99.9999% collection rate
- Coordinated with insurance providers to resolve discrepancies in claims and payments.
- Processed and reviewed billing statements for accuracy and compliance with regulations.
- Utilized billing software to generate invoices and track payment statuses efficiently.
- Implemented process improvements that reduced billing errors and enhanced efficiency.
- Monitored accounts receivable aging reports to ensure timely collections and cash flow management.
- Worked with multiple departments to check proper billing information.
Payroll Processor
Payper Payroll
Lakewood, NJ
01.2016 - 01.2018
- Processed payroll accurately and on schedule for multiple employee groups
- Reviewed and verified timesheets prior to payroll submission
- Handled payroll corrections and maintained accurate employee records
- Managed payroll data entry and processing for 100's employees to comply with predetermined company guidelines.
- Reviewed time records for 100 employees to verify accuracy of information.
Skills
- Medicaid Billing & Claims Processing
- Accounts Receivable Follow-Up & Collections
- Payroll Management (High Volume)
- Reconciliation & Data Accuracy
- Compliance & Documentation Review
- Claims processing
- Payment posting
- Medical billing expertise
- Accounts receivable management
- Problem-solving
- Attention to detail
- Multitasking and organization
- Insurance claim processing
- Payment processing
Timeline
Payroll & Billing Specialist
Prompt Home Care
05.2018 - 04.2026
Payroll Processor
Payper Payroll
01.2016 - 01.2018