Fresno Medical Billing Specialist — 401k & PTO Benefits

United Health Centers; Fresno (CA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Paid time off

401k plan

Educational Assistance

Employee discounts

Job summary

United Health Centers in Fresno, CA is hiring a Medical Billing Specialist to ensure accurate, timely claims processing and payment collection. The role welcomes experienced and new graduates in Medical Billing and/or Coding, with opportunities to learn in a supportive team.

You will translate procedures into billing codes, enter data into the practice management system, generate statements, bill insurers and patients, and maintain payer rules knowledge. Strong communication is valued.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Certified Professional Coder preferred but not required.
• Minimum 2 years of experience in a healthcare setting.
• Knowledge of medical, dental billing and collections practices.

Responsibilities

• Translate medical procedures into appropriate insurance billing codes.
• Enter accurate information into the practice management system.
• Produce statements and claims.
• Bill the insurance company for services performed and/or the patient for patient portion due.
• Collect correct insurance information from the patient and verify the patient’s benefits.
• Investigate unpaid accounts/claims within a timely manner.
• Maintain skills and knowledge of payer rules and guidelines in order to bill accurately.

Skills

Bilingual

Customer service

Detail-oriented

Team player

Strong computer skills

Communication skills

Problem solving

Multitasking

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

United Health Centers in Fresno, CA is hiring a Medical Billing Specialist to ensure accurate, timely claims processing and payment collection. The role welcomes experienced and new graduates in Medical Billing and/or Coding, with opportunities to learn in a supportive team.

You will translate procedures into billing codes, enter data into the practice management system, generate statements, bill insurers and patients, and maintain payer rules knowledge. Strong communication is valued.