Temp Medical Billing & Follow Up Rep - Remote

Medical Billing & Follow-Up Representative - Temp/ Fully Remote

Temp (3 to 6 months) | $23/hour | M-F 7:30am to 4pm Or 8am to 4:30pm CST

We are partnering with a well-established organization in the Revenue Cycle Management industry seeking an experienced Medical Billing & Follow-Up Representative to join their team. This is a fully remote opportunity supporting a variety of healthcare clients with a strong focus on claims resolution and payer follow-up.

Position Overview

This role is responsible for managing the full lifecycle of medical claims, including front-end billing, claim edits, denial management, and insurance follow-up. The ideal candidate brings a strong understanding of Medicare and commercial payers, thrives in a production-based environment, and can independently resolve complex billing issues.

Key Responsibilities

• Submit accurate claims in a timely manner across multiple payers
  
  
• Identify and resolve claim edits and clearinghouse rejections
  
  
• Perform denial management and appeals, including root cause analysis
  
  
• Review Explanation of Benefits (EOBs) and ensure payment accuracy
  
  
• Conduct insurance follow-up via payer portals and outbound calls
  
  
• Coordinate primary and secondary billing
  
  
• Research and resolve discrepancies in reimbursement
  
  
• Maintain thorough and accurate account documentation
  
  
• Work assigned queues and meet productivity expectations
  
  
• Complete payment posting tasks including EOB batching and remittance corrections
  
  
• Ensure correct usage of CARC/RARC codes and payer-specific denial codes
  
  
• Perform payer remittance reconciliations
  
  
• Communicate trends, issues, and opportunities for improvement to leadership
  
  

Required Qualifications

• 2+ years of medical billing, denial management, or insurance follow-up experience
  
  
• Strong experience with:
  
  
  • Claims billing and front-end edits
    
    
  • Denial management and appeals
    
    
  • Medicare and commercial payer guidelines
    
    
  
  
  
• Hands-on experience working within an EMR or billing system
  
  
• Knowledge of medical terminology and billing processes
  
  
• Experience supporting multispecialty billing environments
  
  
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
  
  
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced setting
  
  
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  
  
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with
  
  
  Cerner PM P4300
  
  
  
  
• Experience with
  
  
  Optum Assurance
  
  
  
  

Schedule & Details

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  Schedule:
  
  
  Monday-Friday (7:30am-4:00pm OR 8:00am-4:30pm CST)
  
  
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  Location:
  
  
  100% Remote
  
  
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  Pay:
  
  
  $23/hour
  
  
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  Type:
  
  
  Temporary (3 to 6 months)
  
  

Benefits During Contract Period

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  Medical Coverage
  
  
  - Limited coverage plan with Minimum Essential Coverage (MEC), pharmacy benefits, virtual care, and emotional support services
  
  
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  Hospital Indemnity Insurance
  
  
  - Cash benefits for hospital stays, surgeries, and diagnostic services
  
  
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  Dental & Vision Insurance
  
  
  - Coverage for preventive, basic, and major services
  
  
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  Accident & Critical Illness Coverage
  
  
  - Lump-sum or cash benefits for covered injuries or serious health conditions
  
  
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  Life Insurance & Short-Term Disability
  
  
  - Income protection and support for you and your family (eligible at 20+ hours/week)
  
  
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  Earned Safe & Sick Time
  
  
  - Accrued in accordance with state and local guidelines
  
  
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  Employee Discount Programs
  
  
  - Access to savings on travel, entertainment, shopping, and more
  
  

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, or military or veteran status. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with state and local laws, including the California Fair Chance Act, City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance.