Billing Representative

Phx Fwd; Fargo (ND); Remote; USD 24,000 - 36,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k) plan

Tuition reimbursement

Flexible scheduling

Job summary

Essentia Health is seeking a part-time Hospital Billing Clerk in Fargo to process claims and manage submission workflows. You will work with payers, ensure complete information, and strive to maximize reimbursement while maintaining HIPAA compliance.

The role may be remote depending on location and operations. Key duties include handling assigned queues, researching denials, and contributing to training and system improvements.

Qualifications

• 1 year of healthcare billing, revenue services, or coding experience.
• Familiarity with payer communications and HIPAA considerations.
• Ability to work in patient accounting and claim submission workflows.

Responsibilities

• Process paper and electronic claims with full information to maximize payment.
• Manage assigned work queues in the patient accounting system and claim scrubber.
• Optimize submission workflows to reduce denials and speed first-time payment.
• Monitor payer policy changes and advise on billing system improvements.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Attention to detail

Education

Healthcare billing experience

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

Licensure/Certification Qualifications:

FTE:

0.4

Possible Remote/Hybrid Option:

Remote

Shift Rotation:

Shift Start Time:

Shift End Time:

Weekends:

No

Holidays:

No

Call Obligation:

No

Union:

Union Posting Deadline:

Compensation Range:

$17.63 - $26.45Employee 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].