Job Title: Medical Billing Specialist
📍 Location: Chicago, IL
About the Role
We are seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Medical Billing Specialist to join our team in Chicago. The ideal candidate will have experience in managing healthcare claims, processing payments, and ensuring accurate billing for medical services. You will play a key role in maintaining compliance with healthcare regulations and supporting providers by reducing claim denials and ensuring timely reimbursements.
Key Responsibilities
- Prepare, review, and submit electronic and paper claims to insurance companies.
- Verify patient insurance coverage and eligibility.
- Post payments and reconcile accounts accurately.
- Research, track, and resolve claim denials and rejections.
- Maintain up-to-date knowledge of insurance policies, coding guidelines (ICD-10, CPT), and payer regulations.
- Communicate with patients, insurance companies, and providers to resolve billing issues.
- Generate and review aging reports to follow up on unpaid claims.
- Ensure all billing activities comply with HIPAA and other regulatory requirements.
Qualifications
- Proven experience as a Medical Biller, Billing Specialist, or in a related healthcare administrative role.
- Familiarity with medical billing software such as Epic, Athena, Kareo, or AdvancedMD.
- Strong understanding of ICD-10, CPT coding, and claim submission processes.
- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Preferred Skills
- Experience handling both CMS-1500 (professional) and UB-04 (institutional) claims.
- Prior exposure to billing for multiple specialties (e.g., Internal Medicine, Cardiology, Behavioral Health).
- Knowledge of claim denial management and appeals.
Education
- High school diploma or equivalent required.
- Certification in Medical Billing & Coding (CBCS, CPC, or similar) is a plus.
Work Arrangement
- Position based in Chicago, IL.
Why Join Us
Career growth opportunities in healthcare administration.
Competitive salary and benefits package.
Supportive and professional work environment.