Medical Billing Specialist

Company Information


Our client company is seeking a Medical Biller to support revenue cycle operations and assist with resolving billing backlogs, claim rejections, payment posting, and account follow-up activities.


Job Summary


The Medical Biller is responsible for processing medical billing activities, resolving claim rejections and denials, posting payments, following up on aging accounts, and submitting appeals. This role requires strong attention to detail, adaptability, and the ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.


Responsibilities / Job Duties

• Resolve claim rejections, denials, and billing discrepancies
  
  
• Process payment posting and account reconciliation
  
  
• Follow up on aging accounts and outstanding balances
  
  
• Submit appeals and work within billing portals and payer systems
  
  
• Utilize Excel to track billing activity and account status

Education

• High School Diploma or equivalent required

Qualifications

• Experience with CMS-1500/professional billing
  
  
• Knowledge of Medicare and Medicaid billing processes
  
  
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
  
  
• Ability to adapt to changing priorities and workflows
  
  
• AAHAM or HFMA certification preferred

Experience

• Minimum 1 year of medical billing experience
  
  
• Experience with claims follow-up, payment posting, denials, and appeals preferred

Skills

• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including VLOOKUP functions
  
  
• Knowledge of medical billing and revenue cycle processes
  
  
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills
  
  
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a team environment

Additional Requirements

• Ability to work onsite full-time in Des Moines, IA
  
  
• Successful completion of required background screening

Schedule / Shift

• Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM-4:30 PM
  
  
• Overtime opportunities available

Benefits

• Paid Sick Leave (Medix provides paid sick leave according to state and local sick leave ordinances).
  
  
• Health Benefits / Dental / Vision (Medix offers 6 different health plans: 3 Major Medical Plans, 2 Fixed Indemnity Plans (Standard and Preferred), and 1 Minimum Essential Coverage (MEC) Plan. Eligibility for health benefits is based on verifying that an average of 30 hours per week during the first 4 weeks of the work assignment has been met. If you meet eligibility requirements and take action to enroll, you will be covered no earlier than 60 days into your assignment, depending on plan selection(s)).
  
  
• 401k (Eligible on the first 401k open enrollment date following 6 consecutive months on assignment. 401k Open Enrollment dates are 1/1, 4/1, 7/1, and 10/1).
  
  
• Short Term Disability Insurance.
  
  
• Term Life Insurance Plan.

* We will consider for employment all qualified Applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance (FCIHO), Los Angeles Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers (ULAC), The San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance (FCO), and the California Fair Chance Act (CFCA).


* As a job position within our Revenue Cycle division, a successful completion of a background check may be required as a condition of employment. This requirement is directly related to essential job functions including but not limited to: accessing financial and confidential information, handling financial and other payment data, and working within departments that care for vulnerable populations, such as, minors, elderly and those with physical or mental disabilities. Due to these job duties, this position has a significant impact on the business operations and reputation, as well as the safety and well-being of individuals who may be cared for as part of the job position or who may interact with staff or clients.