Medical Billing Specialist

AAPC; Illinois; Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

2 remote days per week after training

Flexible remote-day scheduling based

Flexible start time

Paid vacation/personal leave

Paid sick time

Paid holidays

Paid winter break

Floating holidays

Free parking

Job summary

Addison Group is seeking a Medical Billing Specialist in the North Chicago area. The role supports the full medical billing process and offers a mix of onsite training followed by a hybrid work arrangement.

Ideal candidates have healthcare billing experience, attention to detail, and strong communication skills. Responsibilities include claims preparation, denial follow-up, account research, and patient communications.

Qualifications

• Healthcare billing experience preferred.
• Certification in Medical Billing & Coding is preferred but not required.
• Experience with podiatry, physical therapy, behavioral health, or OB/GYN billing is a strong plus.
• Knowledge of insurance claims, denials, and reimbursement processes.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Excellent communication and customer service abilities.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Review patient accounts and insurance information to ensure claims are accurate and ready for submission.
• Prepare and process medical claims while identifying missing or incorrect information.
• Communicate with providers and internal departments to obtain documentation needed to complete or correct claims.
• Investigate denied and rejected claims and determine appropriate next steps for resolution.
• Make necessary claim updates, corrections, and follow-up to help ensure timely reimbursement.
• Respond to patient calls and assist with questions related to billing, claims, and account balances.
• Maintain accurate billing records and documentation.
• Follow established billing procedures and payer requirements.

Skills

Medical billing experience

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Teamwork

Education

Medical Billing & Coding certification (preferred)

Job description

Medical Billing SpecialistA healthcare organization in North Chicago is looking for a Medical Billing Specialist to join its growing team. This is an opportunity to work in a collaborative healthcare environment with a combination of onsite and remote work after training.

The Medical Billing Specialist will be responsible for supporting the full medical billing process, including claim preparation, denial follow-up, account research, and patient communication. The ideal candidate will have healthcare billing experience and strong attention to detail.

Key responsibilities

• Review patient accounts and insurance information to ensure claims are accurate and ready for submission.
• Prepare and process medical claims while identifying missing or incorrect information.
• Communicate with providers and internal departments to obtain documentation needed to complete or correct claims.
• Investigate denied and rejected claims and determine appropriate next steps for resolution.
• Make necessary claim updates, corrections, and follow-up to help ensure timely reimbursement.
• Respond to patient calls and assist with questions related to billing, claims, and account balances.
• Maintain accurate billing records and documentation.
• Follow established billing procedures and payer requirements.

Qualifications

• Previous medical billing experience preferred.
• Medical Billing and Coding certification is preferred but not required.
• Experience with Podiatry, Physical Therapy, Behavioral Health, or OB/GYN billing is a strong plus.
• Knowledge of insurance claims, denials, and reimbursement processes.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Excellent communication and customer service abilities.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Candidates should live within approximately 30 minutes of the North Chicago office.

Additional details include

Approximately one month of onsite training before transitioning to the hybrid schedule.

Free onsite parking.

Three professional references are required, including at least one former direct supervisor.

Interview process includes a virtual interview followed by a final interview with leadership.

Perks include

• 2 remote days per week after training
• Flexible remote-day scheduling based on team coverage
• Flexible start time
• Paid vacation/personal leave
• Paid sick time
• Paid holidays
• Paid winter break
• Floating holidays
• Free parking

Addison Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Addison Group provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. Reasonable accommodation is available for qualified individuals with disabilities, upon request.