Medical Billing & Collections Specialist

North Tampa Behavioral Health Hospital; Wesley Chapel (FL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

North Tampa Behavioral Health Hospital is seeking a detail-oriented Billing Specialist to join our Business Office team. This role handles insurance and patient billing, posting payments, accounts receivable follow-up, and maintaining accurate patient account records to support timely reimbursement and cash flow.

You will process bills, enter charges, follow up with insurers on claims, perform electronic billing, post cash receipts, balance accounts, and prepare reports in line with department

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of business office experience, preferably in a hospital or medical office setting.
• Knowledge of medical billing, accounts receivable, payment posting, and insurance follow-up.
• Strong data entry, organizational, and attention-to-detail skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Process and submit insurance and patient bills to maximize reimbursement.
• Accurately enter charges, payments, adjustments, and other account transactions.
• Follow up with insurance companies on submitted claims to ensure timely payment.
• Perform electronic billing and claims submission.
• Post cash receipts, adjustments, and maintain patient account records.
• Prepare bank deposits and record accounts receivable and miscellaneous cash.
• Balance accounts receivable and maintain supporting reports in accordance with department policies.
• Contact insurance companies and guarantors regarding outstanding balances and payment status.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Data entry

Attention to detail

Multi-tasking

Organizational skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

North Tampa Behavioral Health Hospital is seeking a detail-oriented Billing Specialist to join our Business Office team. This role handles insurance and patient billing, posting payments, accounts receivable follow-up, and maintaining accurate patient account records to support timely reimbursement and cash flow.

You will process bills, enter charges, follow up with insurers on claims, perform electronic billing, post cash receipts, balance accounts, and prepare reports in line with department