Medical Billing Specialist

Medical Billing SpecialistLocation: Columbia, SCJob Type: Temp to HireCompany: TRC Talent SolutionsSalary: $18.00 - $22.00 Per HourCategory: Financial Services## Job Description Apply NowThe role of Medical Billing Specialist is a critical part of the healthcare revenue cycle. As a Medical Billing Specialist, you will be responsible for ensuring that healthcare providers receive accurate and timely payments from insurance payers by managing accounts receivable (A/R) follow-up, investigating and resolving insurance denials, and addressing aged account issues for both hospital and physician billing accounts. This full-time position offers the opportunity to work remotely, allowing you to contribute to an efficient and effective revenue cycle management process from the comfort of your home while collaborating with a passionate and dedicated team.Medical Billing Specialists serve as vital partners to healthcare organizations, providing support and expertise in navigating complex insurance processes. Your main responsibilities will include reviewing, researching, and following up on unpaid or denied insurance claims, working with a variety of commercial and government payers, and ensuring accurate submission of corrected claims and appeals as needed. This role requires strong attention to detail, the ability to multitask across multiple software platforms, and a solid understanding of billing forms such as UB-04 and HCFA 1500. Experience with major electronic health record (EHR) and billing systems such as Epic, Cerner, Meditech, McKesson, Allscripts, or Soarian is highly beneficial, as is proficiency in Microsoft Office and other internet-based tools.As a Medical Billing Specialist, you will play a pivotal role in revenue cycle operations by identifying payer trends, workflow bottlenecks, and barriers to claim resolution. You will communicate professionally with insurance payers, internal teams, and clients, providing clear documentation of all account activities and ensuring that the highest standards of productivity and quality are met. Regular duties involve resolving denied, underpaid, or unresolved claims, escalating payer errors for reprocessing, and managing high-dollar accounts through detailed research and analysis.Our organization values team members who are proactive problem-solvers and thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced environment. If you have a passion for supporting healthcare providers, a keen eye for detail, and experience in back-end A/R follow-up, this position will provide a rewarding and impactful career path. The Medical Billing Specialist role is well-suited to those with at least one to two years of healthcare revenue cycle experience, especially those familiar with hospital and/or physician billing. A high school diploma or equivalent is required, though an associate's or bachelor's degree is preferred.Working as a Medical Billing Specialist remotely means you will need to be comfortable sitting for extended periods, using your hands for typing and computer-based tasks, and communicating effectively via phone and online platforms. The position may occasionally require lifting items up to 15 pounds. Your contributions will directly impact the financial health of healthcare organizations and help ensure patients' claims are processed efficiently and accurately. If you're ready to join a supportive team and advance your career in medical billing, click the job application button to apply today.Medical Billing Specialist - Summary* Full-time, remote position supporting hospital and physician billing revenue cycle operations* Responsible for A/R follow-up, denial resolution, and aged account remediation* Opportunity to collaborate with healthcare providers and industry professionalsDuties & Responsibilities* Perform second-tier insurance account follow-up on outstanding A/R balances* Resolve denied, underpaid, and unresolved insurance claims* Remediate aged accounts and address payer issues* Work high-dollar accounts and conduct detailed research on account status* Review UB-04 and/or HCFA 1500 claims for billing accuracy* Investigate eligibility discrepancies, coding issues, payer denials, and reimbursement variances* Communicate professionally with payers, clients, and internal teams* Identify and report payer trends and workflow issues* Submit corrected claims, rebills, secondary billing, and appeals as needed* Accurately document account activities and correspondence* Escalate payer errors for reprocessing as appropriate* Work with both commercial and government payers* Maintain established productivity and quality standardsSalary & Benefits* Comprehensive health, dental, vision, and life insurance coverage* PTO, paid sick leave, and paid holidays* Career growth opportunities within the organization* Flexible remote schedule supporting work-life balanceQualifications & Requirements* 1-2 years of experience in healthcare revenue cycle management required* Experience with hospital and/or physician billing is required* Thorough knowledge of insurance denials, follow-up, UB-04 and/or HCFA 1500 claims* Proficiency with systems such as Epic, Cerner, Meditech, McKesson, Allscripts, or Soarian* Strong multitasking skills across multiple applications and software platforms* Proficiency in Microsoft Office and internet-based systems* High school diploma or equivalent required; associate's or bachelor's degree preferredIdeal Candidate Snapshot* Detail-oriented and organized, with a strong commitment to accuracy* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills* Proactive problem-solver who thrives in a fast-paced environment* Comfortable working independently and as part of a remote team* Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities and adapt to changing workflowsOther Relevant Information* Physical requirements include sitting for extended periods, frequent typing, and occasional lifting up to 15 pounds* Must be able to communicate via phone and computer effectively* This position offers remote work flexibility and the chance to support leading healthcare providersTake the next step in your medical billing career and make a difference in healthcare revenue cycle management. 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