Immediate hire for an experienced Medical Billing Specialist to join a busy cardiology practice.
This role is responsible for the accurate submission, follow-up, and resolution of medical claims to support timely reimbursement while maintaining compliance with payer guidelines and HIPAA regulations. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, organized, and experienced in cardiology billing, insurance claims, and denial management.
Responsibilities
- Prepare, review, and submit electronic and paper insurance claims accurately and on time.
- Monitor claim status and resolve rejections, denials, and payment discrepancies.
- Verify patient demographics, insurance eligibility, and billing information.
- Review medical documentation and coding to ensure accurate claim submission.
- Work with insurance companies to resolve billing issues and maximize reimbursement.
- Process claim corrections, appeals, and resubmissions as needed.
- Maintain accurate billing records in the EHR and practice management system.
- Reconcile charges, payments, and explanations of benefits (EOBs).
- Ensure compliance with Medicare, Medicaid, commercial payer guidelines, and HIPAA.
- Collaborate with providers and staff to resolve billing questions and improve revenue cycle performance.
- Participate in ongoing training and perform additional duties as assigned.
Requirements & Qualifications
High school diploma or equivalent required.
- CPC, CCS, or equivalent coding certification preferred.
- 3–5 years of medical billing experience required; cardiology billing experience strongly preferred.
- Working knowledge of ICD-10-CM, CPT, HCPCS, and CMS-1500 claim processing.
- Experience with EHR/practice management software; Allscripts experience preferred.
- Strong understanding of insurance plans, prior authorizations, claim appeals, and denial management.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office, including Excel and Outlook.
- Excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to work independently while managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Benefits & Perks
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
Location
New Jersey, US
Employment Type
Full-time
Experience Level
Intermediate Level
Remote work allowed
No
Posted
1 month ago