Patient Billing & Claims Pro — Accurate Payments

McKenzie Health System; Sandusky (MI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

McKenzie Health System is seeking a Billing Specialist to join the Patient Financial Services department in a full‑time capacity. The role involves reviewing patient accounts, processing insurance claims, and handling inquiries while ensuring HIPAA compliance and accurate billing practices.

The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma, experience with medical billing and coding, and a willingness to obtain billing/coding certification within six months.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Certification in Billing/Coding within 6 months of employment is required.
• Procedure and diagnostic coding experience preferred.
• Medical terminology course preferred.

Responsibilities

• Accepts responsibility for assigned insurance group or sector.
• Reviews patient account files to ensure accuracy and completeness.
• Facilities claims with multiple insurance companies; review, research and follow up on rejected claims for payment.
• Determines appropriate billing of claims, monitors outstanding accounts and completes related forms.
• Prepares refunds for overpaid accounts, receives and answers billing-related inquiries from patients and/or customers.
• Assists in the preparation of billing reports.
• Supports HIPAA Privacy Rules and Code of Ethics and Business Standards of McKenzie Health System.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Certification in Billing/Coding within 6 months

Procedure and diagnostic coding experience preferred

Medical terminology course preferred

Job description

McKenzie Health System is seeking a Billing Specialist to join the Patient Financial Services department in a full‑time capacity. The role involves reviewing patient accounts, processing insurance claims, and handling inquiries while ensuring HIPAA compliance and accurate billing practices.

The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma, experience with medical billing and coding, and a willingness to obtain billing/coding certification within six months.