Billing Support Specialist

Life Ambulance Network; Skokie (IL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Life Ambulance Network is seeking a healthcare administration professional to manage documentation, data entry, and file uploads in the EHR and billing systems. You will scan paper records and organize digital attachments for accurate records.

You will verify patient insurance eligibility, ensure medical necessity compliance, and handle billing inquiries with discretion, maintaining HIPAA standards and strong attention to detail.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years in healthcare administration, medical billing, or HIM.
• Proficient with EHR software and billing platforms.
• Knowledge of HIPAA, medical terminology, and insurance verification.
• Discretion handling confidential information.

Responsibilities

• Document and manage digital and physical healthcare records.
• Verify insurance eligibility and regulatory compliance.
• Process incoming/outgoing correspondence and billing inquiries.

Skills

Healthcare administration experience

Medical billing software proficiency

HIPAA knowledge

Attention to detail

Tools

EHR systems

Medical billing platforms

Job description

Core Responsibilities

• Documentation & Data Management: Manage and maintain accurate digital and physical documentation. Scan paper medical records, manage digital attachments, and upload necessary files into the electronic health record (EHR) and billing systems.


• Insurance & Compliance Verification: Verify patient insurance eligibility, benefits, and coverage. Ensure all clinical documentation meets medical necessity guidelines, payer rules, and government regulatory standards.


• Correspondence & Communications: Review, sort, and process incoming and outgoing correspondence, including faxes, medical release requests, and billing inquiries.

Qualifications & Skills

• Experience: 1-3 years of experience in healthcare administration, medical billing, or health information management (HIM).


• Technical Skills: Proficiency with electronic health records (EHR) software and medical billing platforms.


• Knowledge: Familiarity with HIPAA regulations, medical terminology, and insurance verification processes.


• Soft Skills: High attention to detail, strong organizational skills, and the ability to handle confidential information with discretion.