Medical Billing Specialist

Atrium; Trenton (NJ); On-site; USD 31,684 - 34,440; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Atrium Care Package with healthcare plans

Discount programs

Paid time off

Job summary

Atrium is seeking an experienced Medical Billing Specialist in Trenton, New Jersey, to join their non-profit healthcare organization. The specialist will ensure accurate application of all payments in a fast-paced environment.

Ideal candidates have 2+ years in medical billing, with Medicare and Medicaid experience, and must be familiar with Athena software. The position offers various benefits such as healthcare plans and paid time off.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in medical billing required.
• Knowledge of Explanation of Benefits (EOB) is essential.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Excel is necessary.
• Experience with collections of past due claims is important.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and submit clean claims to various insurance companies.
• Research and perform all secondary billing.
• Ensure appropriate supporting documentation is received.
• Review and recommend claims for adjustment/write-off.
• Process claims accurately and in a timely manner.
• Analyze and update rejected claims.
• Assist with payment posting.
• Conduct insurance follow-ups.

Skills

Medicare and Medicaid experience

Communication skills

Time management

Ability to work independently

Ability to work in a team

Experience in a high-volume setting

Knowledge of EOB

Familiarity with Microsoft Excel

Strong organizational skills

Bilingual English/Spanish

Education

High School diploma

Medical billing certificate

Tools

Athena software

Job description

Client Overview

Our client is a long-standing and well-respected non-profit healthcare organization looking for an experienced Medical Billing Specialist to join and assist their ever-growing team!

Salary

$23/hr - $25/hr

Position Overview

The Medical Billing Specialist will be responsible for the accurate application of all payments promptly. Candidates must be motivated and able to work in a high-volume, fast-paced environment. Medicare and Medicaid experience is needed. CPC and experience with Athena software are huge pluses.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and submit clean claims to various insurance companies.
• Research and perform all secondary billing.
• Ensure appropriate supporting documentation is received and completed.
• Review and recommend claims for adjustment/write off to management.
• Accurate and timely processing of claims.
• Analyze and update claims submitted and rejected.
• Assist with payment posting.
• Insurance follow-ups.

Required Experience/Skills

• 2+ years of experience.
• Knowledge of Explanation of Benefits (EOB).
• Familiarity with Microsoft Excel.
• Experience with collections of past due claims.
• Experience in a high-volume setting.
• Athena software experience.
• Strong time management and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and cohesively in a team setting.

Preferred Experience/Skills

• Bilingual English/Spanish is a plus.

Education Requirements

• A minimum of a High School diploma is required.
• A medical billing certificate is a plus.

Benefits

• Atrium Care Package available, upon eligibility (including healthcare plans, discount programs, and paid time off).