Medical biller & coder

LA Medical Associates; Florida; On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

LA Medical Associates in West Palm Beach, FL is seeking a full-time Medical Biller & Coder to review clinical documentation, assign ICD-10 codes, and ensure accurate billing for Medicare and commercial plans.

You will verify patient insurance, prepare and submit claims, resolve denials, and follow up on outstanding balances while staying current with payer policies and coding guidelines. Collaboration with clinical and administrative teams will support compliant, timely reimbursement.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of medical terminology and clinical documentation.
• Proficiency in ICD-10 coding and current guidelines.
• Experience with insurance carriers including Medicare.
• Ability to analyze denials and manage claims follow-up.
• 3+ years of medical billing and coding experience.
• Experience with EHR and billing software.
• Strong attention to detail and data entry accuracy.
• Effective communication and collaboration with staff.
• Certification in medical billing and coding preferred.
• High school diploma or equivalent; post-secondary training desirable.

Responsibilities

• Review clinical documentation and assign ICD-10 codes.
• Verify patient insurance coverage and submit claims.
• Identify and resolve denials and follow up on balances.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of payer policies and coding guidelines.
• Collaborate with clinical and administrative teams to ensure compliance.
• Support efficient revenue cycle operations and timely reimbursement.

Skills

Medical terminology

ICD-10 coding

Insurance claims processing

Denials management

Data entry accuracy

EHR and billing software

Communication

Attention to detail

Certification preferred

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Post-secondary training in medical billing and coding

Certification in medical billing and coding (CPC/CCS)

Tools

Billing software

Electronic Health Records (EHR)

Job description

Company Description

LA Medical Associates is a multi-specialty medical group with seven clinics located throughout Palm Beach County. The organization provides a broad range of services, including Primary Care and Podiatric Medicine & Surgery, delivered by an experienced team of medical professionals. LA Medical Associates emphasizes the use of high-quality in-house technology to support accurate and efficient patient care. The group is committed to attentive service, detail-oriented clinical practices, and maintaining quality patient care as its highest priority. Team members join a patient-centered environment focused on meeting diverse healthcare needs in the community.

Role Description

This full-time, on-site Medical Biller & Coder role is based in West Palm Beach, FL. The Medical Biller & Coder will review clinical documentation, assign appropriate ICD-10 codes, and ensure accurate billing for insurance carriers, including Medicare and commercial plans. Daily responsibilities include verifying patient insurance coverage, preparing and submitting claims, identifying and resolving denials, and following up on outstanding balances. The role also involves maintaining up-to-date knowledge of payer policies and coding guidelines, collaborating with clinical and administrative teams to clarify documentation, and supporting compliance with regulatory and organizational standards. The individual will contribute to efficient revenue cycle operations and help ensure timely reimbursement for services provided.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of Medical Terminology and strong understanding of clinical documentation.
• Proficiency in ICD-10 coding and familiarity with current coding guidelines.
• Experience working with Insurance carriers, including commercial plans and Medicare.
• Ability to analyze and resolve Denials and manage claims follow-up effectively.
• Previous experience as a medical biller and/or coder in a clinical or multi-specialty practice setting.
• Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and accuracy in data entry.
• Comfort using electronic health records (EHR) and billing software systems.
• Effective communication skills and ability to collaborate with clinical and administrative staff.
• Certification in medical billing and coding (e.g., CPC, CCS, or equivalent) preferred.
• High school diploma or equivalent required; post-secondary training in medical billing and coding desirable.
• 3+ years of medical billing and coding experience.