BILLING REPRESENTATIVE

Essentia Health; Fargo (ND); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work option

Health benefits

Job summary

Essentia Health in Fargo is seeking a Hospital Billing specialist to process paper and electronic claims and optimize submission for faster payment. You will handle assigned work queues, perform claim edits, and ensure accuracy for maximized reimbursement.

The role requires 1 year of healthcare billing experience, with preferred medical certification or degree. Remote options may apply, with full-time scheduling from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM and a competitive benefits package.

Qualifications

• 1 year of healthcare billing experience or related coding/ revenue services.
• Medical certification or degree preferred.
• Strong customer service skills and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Process paper and electronic claims to payers with complete information.
• Submit claims timely to maximize reimbursement and minimize denials.
• Review work queues in patient accounting system and perform edits.
• Advise on HIPAA or regulatory changes affecting billing and system ops.

Skills

Customer service

HIPAA compliance

Education

Healthcare billing experience (1 year)

Medical certification or degree

Job description

Building Location:

Fargo Distribution Serv Center

Department:

1006800 HOSPITAL BILLING - EH SS

Job Description:

Processes paper and electronic claims to payers with full and complete information to satisfy and facilitate the claim for payment. Produces accurate and timely claims in order to prevent denials and maximize reimbursement. Responsible for working assigned work queues within the patient accounting system and claim scrubber edits prior to final submission. Responsible for optimizing the claim submission operations including prospectively reviewing submissions and making corrections to expedite first time payment to the extent possible. He/ she is also responsible for research and communication of payer, HIPAA or other regulatory changes affecting the billing of health insurance claims and making recommendations regarding billing and system operations to improve payment turnaround. This position works closely with insurance companies, credentialing, access and managed care and other internal and external stakeholders tied to the billing system. Makes recommendations regarding system changes to improve the revenue cycle process and quality, and works to assist in the development of training. Position requires high level of customer service skills to establish and enhance positive relationships with patients, colleagues, and others. Depending upon location responsibilities may vary and may include a variety of duties of similar scope and responsibility.

Education Qualifications:

Preferred Qualifications:

• 1 year of healthcare experience in healthcare billing, revenue services, or coding- medical certification or degree

FTE:

1

Possible Remote/Hybrid Option:

Remote

Shift Start Time:

8:00 AM

Shift End Time:

5:00 PM

Holidays:

No

Call Obligation:

No

Compensation Range:

$17.63 - $26.45

Employee Benefits at Essentia Health: At Essentia Health, we’re committed to supporting your well-being, growth, and work-life balance. Our comprehensive benefits include medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, along with supplemental options to fit your needs. We offer a 401(k) plan with employer contributions to help you plan for the future, and we invest in your professional development through training, tuition reimbursement, and educational programs. To help you thrive both at work and at home, we provide flexible scheduling, generous time off, and wellness resources focused on your physical, mental, and emotional health. Please note that benefit eligibility may vary. For full details, refer to your benefit summary or contact your HR Service Center at [phone].