Medical Billing Specialist
Location: Charlotte, NC
Job Type: Temp to Hire
Company: TRC Talent Solutions
Salary: $18.00 - $22.00 Per Hour
Category: Financial Services
Job Description Apply Now
The role of a Medical Billing Specialist is a vital position within the healthcare revenue cycle management sector. Medical Billing Specialists are responsible for ensuring accurate processing of healthcare claims, resolving insurance denials, and following up on accounts receivable. This position plays a key part in the financial operations of medical organizations by working with both hospital and physician billing accounts to optimize reimbursement and minimize outstanding balances. The Medical Billing Specialist position is a full-time opportunity, offering professionals the ability to work remotely while contributing to the efficiency and success of healthcare providers.
Medical Billing Specialists collaborate with healthcare providers and hospital organizations to deliver a comprehensive suite of revenue cycle support services. Individuals in this role are adept in a fast-paced environment, able to manage multiple responsibilities simultaneously, and possess a strong passion for problem-solving. The Medical Billing Specialist leverages their expertise in insurance denials, unpaid claims, and aged account remediation to ensure prompt and precise resolution of outstanding balances. With the growing landscape of remote healthcare jobs, this role offers flexibility and the chance to join a team dedicated to supporting the financial health of the medical industry.
As a Medical Billing Specialist, you will play a critical role in second-tier insurance account follow-up, denial resolution, and aged account analysis. The position requires an in-depth understanding of the healthcare revenue cycle, including processing UB-04 and HCFA 1500 claims, investigating eligibility discrepancies, and identifying payer trends. You will work with a variety of commercial and government payers, ensuring all claims are processed accurately and efficiently. Effective communication skills are essential as the Medical Billing Specialist interacts with insurance payers, clients, and internal teams to resolve issues and provide updates on account status.
The Medical Billing Specialist position is designed for individuals who are detail-oriented, proficient in the use of healthcare billing software, and have a solid background in hospital and/or physician billing. Experience with industry-standard systems such as Epic, Cerner, Meditech, McKesson, Allscripts, and Soarian is highly beneficial. In addition to technical expertise, successful candidates will demonstrate strong organizational skills and the ability to maintain productivity and quality standards in a remote work setting. If you are seeking a full-time opportunity with career growth potential and enjoy the challenges of revenue cycle management, this position is an excellent fit.
Working as a Medical Billing Specialist remotely offers the flexibility to balance professional and personal commitments. In addition to remote work, the position provides a supportive environment that encourages career advancement and continuous learning in the healthcare administration field. The demand for skilled Medical Billing Specialists continues to grow as healthcare organizations strive to optimize their revenue cycles and improve financial outcomes. Take the next step in your career by applying for this rewarding and impactful role through our online application portal.
Medical Billing Specialist - Summary- Remote, full-time role focused on healthcare billing, accounts receivable, and denial management for hospitals and physician practices.
- Key contributor to the revenue cycle management team, supporting healthcare providers and hospital organizations.
- Opportunity to work from home, utilizing advanced billing and claims management systems.
- Ideal for professionals with strong attention to detail and expertise in insurance claims processing.
- Perform second-tier insurance account follow-up on outstanding accounts receivable balances.
- Resolve denied, underpaid, and unresolved insurance claims for hospital and physician billing accounts.
- Research and remediate aged accounts and payer issues to facilitate timely payment.
- Work high-dollar accounts and conduct detailed account analysis to identify discrepancies.
- Review UB-04 and HCFA 1500 claims for billing accuracy and compliance.
- Investigate eligibility discrepancies, coding issues, payer denials, and reimbursement variances.
- Communicate professionally with insurance payers, clients, and internal teams to resolve account issues.
- Identify payer trends, workflow inefficiencies, and barriers to successful claim resolution.
- Submit corrected claims, rebills, secondary billing, and appeals as necessary.
- Document all account activity and correspondence accurately and thoroughly.
- Escalate payer errors for reprocessing when appropriate.
- Manage claims with both commercial and government payers.
- Maintain productivity and quality standards as established by management.
- Competitive salary commensurate with experience.
- Comprehensive health, dental, vision, and life insurance coverage.
- PTO, paid sick leave, and paid holidays.
- Flexible scheduling and remote work environment.
- Opportunities for career growth and professional development within the organization.
- 1-2 years of healthcare revenue cycle experience required.
- Prior experience in hospital billing and/or physician billing is essential.
- Strong knowledge of insurance denials, follow-up procedures, and claims processing (UB-04, HCFA 1500).
- Proficiency with industry systems such as Epic, Cerner, Meditech, McKesson, Allscripts, Soarian, and Microsoft Office.
- Ability to multitask and work efficiently across multiple applications and systems.
- High school diploma or equivalent required; associate's or bachelor's degree preferred.
- Detail-oriented professional with a passion for resolving complex billing issues.
- Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
- Strong written and verbal communication abilities.
- Comfortable working independently in a remote environment.
- Demonstrates a high degree of integrity and professionalism.
- Committed to meeting productivity and quality goals.
- Physical requirements include the ability to sit for extended periods, frequent use of hands and fingers for typing, and occasional lifting up to 15 pounds.
- Requires consistent communication via phone and computer.
- The role supports a diverse and inclusive workplace, encouraging applicants from all backgrounds to apply.
- To apply for the Medical Billing Specialist position, click the job application button to begin your submission process and take the next step in your healthcare administration career.