Medical Biller

DaMar Staffing; Long Beach (CA); On-site; USD 77,366,000 - 88,828,000; Full time

Job summary

MediQuest is partnering with a well-established outpatient healthcare clinic in Long Beach to hire a detail-oriented Medical Billing Specialist. You will join the revenue cycle team handling claims, denials, and patient billing with accuracy and confidentiality.

The role requires 2 years of medical billing experience, strong CPT/ICD-10 knowledge, and familiarity with a practice management or medical billing system. Athena EHR is a plus.

Qualifications

• 2 years of medical billing experience in a clinic or healthcare setting.
• Strong CPT and ICD-10 coding knowledge and clear understanding of billing procedures.
• Experience with a practice management or medical billing system; Athena EHR preferred.

Responsibilities

• Submit insurance claims accurately and on time.
• Review, correct, and resubmit denied or rejected claims.
• Monitor accounts receivable and follow up on unpaid or underpaid claims.
• Post payments, adjustments, and denials accurately.
• Coordinate with providers and clinical staff for proper documentation and coding.
• Ensure compliance with billing regulations, payer requirements, and internal policies.
• Generate billing, aging, and revenue reports as needed.
• Support audits, desk reviews, and compliance reporting related to billing.
• Review clinical documentation for completeness and accuracy.
• Ensure appropriate CPT/ICD-10 usage and documentation.
• Identify billing trends and process gaps; propose improvements.
• Maintain accurate billing records and supporting documentation.

Skills

Medical billing

CPT/ICD-10 knowledge

Attention to detail

Tools

Athena EHR

Practice management system

Job description

Medical Billing Specialist

Location: Long Beach, CA

Pay: $27.00 - $31.00 /hr

Schedule: Monday-Friday

Hours: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Job Type: Full-Time

About the Opportunity

We're partnering with a well-established outpatient healthcare clinic to find a detail-oriented Medical Billing Specialist to join their revenue cycle team. This organization is known for its patient-centered, inclusive approach to care and its commitment to serving the communities it operates in. This is a great opportunity for a billing professional who thrives in a fast-paced clinical environment and wants to make a direct impact on the financial health of a mission-driven healthcare organization.

What You'll Do:

Medical Billing & Revenue Cycle

• Submit insurance claims accurately and on time
• Review, correct, and resubmit denied or rejected claims
• Monitor accounts receivable and follow up on unpaid or underpaid claims
• Post payments, adjustments, and denials accurately
• Coordinate with providers and clinical staff to ensure proper documentation and coding
• Ensure compliance with billing regulations, payer requirements, and internal policies
• Generate billing, aging, and revenue reports as needed
• Support audits, desk reviews, and compliance reporting related to billing

Coding & Documentation Support

• Review clinical documentation for completeness and accuracy
• Ensure appropriate CPT, ICD-10, and modifier usage
• Identify billing trends, errors, or process gaps and recommend improvements
• Maintain accurate billing records and supporting documentation

Systems & Workflow

• Utilize practice management and billing software effectively
• Maintain patient billing records with strict confidentiality and HIPAA compliance
• Support workflow improvements to increase billing efficiency and accuracyCommunicate with insurance carriers, clearinghouses, and internal teams as needed

General

• Participate in staff meetings, trainings, and required compliance education
• Maintain confidentiality and professionalism at all times
• Perform additional duties as assigned to support clinic operations

Requirements

• 2 years of medical billing experience in a clinic or healthcare setting (required)
• Strong knowledge of CPT and ICD-10 coding and insurance billing procedures
• Hands-on experience with a practice management or medical billing system (required)
  • Athena EHR experience (preferred)
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills
• Experience in community health, safety-net, or nonprofit healthcare settings is a plus
• Must be able to pass a background check upon offer of employment

About MediQuest

MediQuest is a healthcare staffing firm that partners with clinics and healthcare organizations to connect qualified professionals with rewarding career opportunities. We are proud to represent our clients in this search.

Equal Opportunity Employer

MediQuest and our client organizations are committed to providing equal employment opportunity to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

Background Check

Employment with our client is contingent upon successful completion of a background check.