Physician Billing Specialist

MemorialCare Health System; Fountain Valley (CA); Hybrid; USD 31,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

MemorialCare Medical Foundation is seeking a Physician Billing Specialist to manage daily claims processing and payer communications in Fountain Valley. The role requires familiarity with CPT and ICD-10 codes and attention to denial management within a hybrid day schedule.

The position offers full-time hours, a hybrid work arrangement, and opportunities for additional compensation such as shift incentives and bonuses. Benefits and wellness programs support employees and their families.

Qualifications

• 2+ years in patient account billing/collections.
• General computer skills and ability to learn new applications.
• Knowledge of medical terminology and ICD9 coding.
• Familiarity with legal aspects of patient/insurance collections.

Responsibilities

• Review daily tasks using assigned applications.
• Contact insurance payers regarding claims status and payments.
• Respond to inquiries in a professional, timely manner; rebill as needed.
• Audit accounts for corrections and update insurance information.
• Identify denial trends and report to management.
• Perform other duties as assigned by management.

Skills

Patient accounts billing

Communication skills

Typing 40 WPM

Legal aspects of collections

ICD-9 coding knowledge

Education

High school diploma

Certificate of Insurance Billing

Job description

Job Description - Physician Billing Specialist (MEM010073)

Job Description

Physician Billing Specialist - ( MEM010073 )

Description

Title: Physician Billing Specialist

Location: Fountain Valley

Department: Physician Billing - Svc Staff

Shift: Days (8hrs shifts) Hybrid

Pay Range: $22.50/hr - $31.57/hr

MemorialCare is a nonprofit integrated health system that includes four leading hospitals, award-winning medical groups – consisting of over 200 sites of care, and more than 2,000 physicians throughout Orange and Los Angeles Counties. We are committed to increasing access to patient-centric, affordable, and high-quality healthcare; your personal contributions are integral to MemorialCare's recognition as a market leader and innovator in value-based and other care models.

Across our family of medical centers, we support each one of our bright, talented employees in reaching the highest levels of professional development, contribution, collaboration, and accountability. Whatever your role and whatever expertise you bring, we are dedicated to helping you achieve your full potential in an environment of respect, innovation, and teamwork.

Position Summary

Review daily assigned tasks through the applications and as assigned.

Contact insurance companies, other third-party payers regarding claims status and payments via telephone and written correspondence according to established standards. Respond to inquiries and correspondence from insurance companies, patient's and third party payers in a professional and timely manner. Rebill claims as necessary. Review and process denials from insurance companies, process for further review, identifying and initiating appeals as needed. Audit accounts for any necessary corrections, including updating insurance coverage information. Must have working knowledge of CPT and ICD-10 codes and payer policies. Be able to identify denial trends and report to management. Must be able to perform at or above assigned department quality. Must be able to fulfill other duties as assigned by management.

Placement in the pay range is based on multiple factors including, but not limited to, relevant years of experience and qualifications. In addition to base pay, there may be additional compensation available for this role, including but not limited to, shift differentials, extra shift incentives, and bonus opportunities. Health and wellness is our passion at MemorialCare—that includes taking good care of employees and their dependents. We offer high quality health insurance plan options, so you can select the best choice for your family. And there’s more... Check out our MemorialCare Benefits for more information about our Benefits and Rewards.

Qualifications

Experience

• Minimum two (2) years’ experience in patient account billing and collection, experience in OBGYN and Radiology/Oncology billing a plus.
• General computer skills, including the ability to use the internet and learn other computer applications.
• General knowledge of medical terminology and ICD9 coding.
• Working knowledge of general medical office procedures required.
• Working knowledge of legal aspects of patient and insurance collections.
• 40 WPM typing, verifiable
• 10 keys by touch
• Must have good listening skills and the ability to communicate clearly and effectively.

Education

• High school graduate or equivalent
• Certificate of Insurance Billing preferred.

Primary Location

United States-California-Fountain Valley

Job

Patient Financial,Claims,Bill

Organization

MemorialCare Medical Foundation

Schedule

Full-time

Employee Status

Regular

Job Level

Staff

Job Posting

Oct 5, 2026, 6:44:15 PM

Shift

Day Job

Department Name : Physician Billing - Svc Staff