Healthcare AR Specialist: Denials & Claims Expert

Riverside Healthcare; Kankakee (IL); On-site; USD 33,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

Retirement plan

Educational assistance

Job summary

Riverside Healthcare in Kankakee, IL is seeking an Accounts Receivable Specialist to pursue reimbursement and resolve outstanding claims. You will follow up on denials, appeal claims, and communicate with insurance carriers to achieve timely payments.

The role requires at least 2 years of related experience, strong organization, HIPAA knowledge, and proficiency with Microsoft Office and practice management systems. Epic experience preferred. Competitive benefits offered.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of related AR/billing experience.
• Detail oriented with strong organizational skills.
• Working knowledge of insurance rules and HIPAA standards.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office and Excel.

Responsibilities

• Resolve insurance denials and follow up on open accounts to drive timely payments.
• Appeal claims and respond to carrier inquiries in a compliant manner.
• Update registrations, post denial codes, and adjust in PM systems.
• Communicate effectively with patients, coworkers, and professional offices.

Skills

Accounts Receivable

Insurance follow-up

Denials management

HIPAA compliance

Microsoft Excel

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma

Two years of college

CPC/CCA certification preferred

Tools

Epic

Practice management systems

Job description

Riverside Healthcare in Kankakee, IL is seeking an Accounts Receivable Specialist to pursue reimbursement and resolve outstanding claims. You will follow up on denials, appeal claims, and communicate with insurance carriers to achieve timely payments.

The role requires at least 2 years of related experience, strong organization, HIPAA knowledge, and proficiency with Microsoft Office and practice management systems. Epic experience preferred. Competitive benefits offered.