Biller

ADVOCARE, LLC; Millville (NJ); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

ADVOCARE, LLC in Millville, NJ is seeking an in‑office Medical Billing Clerk to convert medical information into insurance claims, submit to insurers, and bill patients for copays and balances.

You will fix denied claims, post payments, and maintain accurate patient accounts while keeping HIPAA compliance and patient data secure. This role requires attention to detail and communication with insurers.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 1–2 years of experience in a medical office, clerical, or customer service setting.
• Billing/coder certification or degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• Create Claims: Turn medical information into insurance claims using correct billing codes.
• Submit to Insurance: Send claims to insurance companies electronically or by mail.
• Bill Patients: Send invoices to patients for copays, deductibles, or leftover balances.
• Fix Denied Claims: Investigate and appeal claims that insurance companies reject.
• Track Payments: Post incoming payments and update patient account records.
• Check patient insurance coverage before appointments.
• Talk with insurance agents to check on claim progress.
• Set up payment plans for patients.
• Keep all patient data private under HIPAA rules.
• Reporting for office/update monthly for outstanding bills/payments

Skills

ICD-10 coding

CPT/HCPCS coding

EHR and billing software

HIPAA compliance

Communication skills

Financial literacy

Education

High school diploma

Billing/Coder certification or degree

CPB certification

CMRS certification

CMBS certification

Tools

Epic

eClinicalWorks

Azalea

Job description

Description

Core Responsibilities

• Create Claims: Turn medical information into insurance claims using correct billing codes.
• Submit to Insurance: Send claims to insurance companies electronically or by mail.
• Bill Patients: Send invoices to patients for copays, deductibles, or leftover balances.
• Fix Denied Claims: Investigate and appeal claims that insurance companies reject.
• Track Payments: Post incoming payments and update patient account records.

Daily Tasks

• Check patient insurance coverage before appointments.
• Talk with insurance agents to check on claim progress.
• Set up payment plans for patients.
• Keep all patient data private under HIPAA rules.
• Reporting for office/update monthly for outstanding bills/payments

This is an in office position Mon-Friday 8a-430p, Saturday PRN 8a-12p. This is not a remote position.

Requirements

Education & Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent is the minimum requirement for entry-level roles.
• 1 to 2 years of experience in a medical office, clerical role, or customer service setting is highly valued.
• Billing/Coder certification or degree

Professional Certifications

While not always legally required, having a certification significantly increases your job prospects and earning potential. The most recognized credentials include:

• Certified Professional Biller (CPB) – Offered by the AAPC.
• Certified Medical Reimbursement Specialist (CMRS) – Offered by the AMBA.
• Certified Medical Billing Specialist (CMBS) – Offered by the MAB.

Key Skills & Qualifications

• Medical Coding Knowledge: Basic understanding of ICD-10, CPT, and HCPCS codes to read medical records and submit accurate claims.
• Software Proficiency: Familiarity with Electronic Health Records (EHR) and medical billing software (such as Epic, eClinicalWorks, or Azalea).
• Financial Literacy: Strong math skills for processing payments, calculating copays, and balancing accounts.
• HIPAA Compliance: Deep understanding of medical privacy laws to keep patient data secure.
• Communication: Clear communication skills to explain complex bills to patients and negotiate with insurance adjusters.