Medical Billing Specialist
We are looking for a detail-oriented Medical Billing Specialist to join our team in Lexington, Kentucky. This Contract-to-Permanent position is ideal for professionals with experience in medical billing and coding who are ready to contribute to a collaborative and efficient work environment. The role involves handling high-volume authorizations, insurance claims, and patient communications, ensuring accuracy and timeliness in all billing processes.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Process medical claims and ensure all billing activities comply with established policies and procedures.<br>• Verify patient insurance benefits online and obtain necessary authorizations for services.<br>• Conduct follow-ups with insurance companies to resolve denied claims and ensure timely reimbursements.<br>• Communicate with patients regarding copays, deposits, and payment arrangements, maintaining professionalism and empathy.<br>• Record and process payments within the system, ensuring accurate documentation.<br>• Collaborate with a team of billing professionals to meet departmental goals and deadlines.<br>• Utilize medical coding knowledge to accurately input data and avoid errors.<br>• Manage a high volume of authorizations with a proactive and organized approach.<br>• Stay updated on industry trends and insurance company policies to improve efficiency.<br>• Assist in maintaining a positive and productive office environment.
• Minimum of 1 year of experience in medical billing or a related field.<br>• Familiarity with medical codes, terminology, and billing practices.<br>• Strong ability to navigate online systems for benefit verification and authorization processes.<br>• Experience working with insurance companies, including resolving denied claims.<br>• Proficiency in handling patient communications regarding payments and billing inquiries.<br>• Ability to work effectively in a team-oriented environment while maintaining focus on individual responsibilities.<br>• Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills to manage high volumes of claims and authorizations.<br>• Comfortable wearing scrubs, with light blue teal or navy blue preferred.
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- Lexington, KY
- onsite
- Contract / Temporary to Hire
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19.79 - 22.91 USD / Hourly
- We are looking for a detail-oriented Medical Billing Specialist to join our team in Lexington, Kentucky. This Contract-to-Permanent position is ideal for professionals with experience in medical billing and coding who are ready to contribute to a collaborative and efficient work environment. The role involves handling high-volume authorizations, insurance claims, and patient communications, ensuring accuracy and timeliness in all billing processes.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Process medical claims and ensure all billing activities comply with established policies and procedures.<br>• Verify patient insurance benefits online and obtain necessary authorizations for services.<br>• Conduct follow-ups with insurance companies to resolve denied claims and ensure timely reimbursements.<br>• Communicate with patients regarding copays, deposits, and payment arrangements, maintaining professionalism and empathy.<br>• Record and process payments within the system, ensuring accurate documentation.<br>• Collaborate with a team of billing professionals to meet departmental goals and deadlines.<br>• Utilize medical coding knowledge to accurately input data and avoid errors.<br>• Manage a high volume of authorizations with a proactive and organized approach.<br>• Stay updated on industry trends and insurance company policies to improve efficiency.<br>• Assist in maintaining a positive and productive office environment.
- 2025-09-16T17:38:51Z