Reimbursement Coordinator

Ascension Health; Wichita (KS); On-site; USD 26,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

403(b) retirement plan

Paid time off

Tuition assistance

Employee assistance program

Parental leave

Flexible spending/HSAs

Job summary

Ascension is hiring in Wichita, KS for a revenue cycle role focused on insurance analysis and claims support. You will analyze policies to secure accurate payments and reduce delays, investigate denials, and coach staff on coding and reimbursement practices.

You will work with external agencies and internal teams to navigate audits, optimize workflows, and support patient care excellence within a full-time, day-shift schedule.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or 1 year related experience required.
• Licensure/certification can be used in lieu of education/experience.
• Experience with insurance follow up and appeals is preferred.
• Knowledge of filing appeals with insurance companies.

Responsibilities

• Analyze public and private insurance policies to secure accurate payments.
• Investigate denied or disputed claims to identify root causes and improve workflows.
• Coach internal staff on proper coding and reimbursement guidelines.
• Collaborate with external agencies and internal teams on audits and processes.

Skills

Insurance analysis

Denial investigation

Staff coaching

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

High School Diploma

Licensure/certification in lieu

Tools

Billing software

Job description

Your future role at a glance

• Location : Wichita, KS

• Facility : Via Christi Bayley

• Department : Revenue Cycle Management

• Schedule : Day Shift | Full-Time, 40 hours weekly, Mon-Fri, 8:00am-4:30pm

Via Christi associates are eligible for tuition discounts and priority placement in select healthcare programs through our academic partnership with Wichita State University.

How you’ll make an impact in this role

• Analyze public and private insurance policies to secure accurate, optimal payments that sustain our patient care mission.

• Investigate denied or disputed claims to uncover root causes, recommending smarter workflows that prevent future delays.

• Empower our internal staff by serving as the go-to expert, providing clear coaching and training on proper coding and reimbursement guidelines.

• Partner seamlessly with external agencies and internal teams to navigate third-party audits with transparency and confidence.

What minimum requirements you’ll need

Education:

• High School diploma equivalency OR 1 year of applicable cumulative job specific experience required.

• Note: Required professional licensure/certification can be used in lieu of education or experience, if applicable.

Additional Preferences:

• Insurance follow up experience highly preferable

• Knowledge of filing appeals with insurance companies

Benefits that help you thrive

• Comprehensive health coverage: medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and HSA/FSA options

• Financial security & retirement: employer-matched 403(b), planning and hardship resources, disability and life insurance

• Time to recharge: pro-rated paid time off (PTO) and holidays

• Career growth: Ascension-paid tuition (Vocare), reimbursement, ongoing professional development and online learning

• Emotional well-being: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources

• Family support: parental leave, adoption assistance and family benefits

• Other benefits: optional legal and pet insurance, transportation savings and more

Life at Ascension: Where purpose meets opportunity

Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 99,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you'll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.

Equal employment opportunity employer

Ascension provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions, lactation, breastfeeding, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, all as defined by applicable law, and any other legally protected status or characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. For further information, view the EEO Know Your Rights (English) (https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights6.12.pdf) poster or EEO Know Your Rights (Spanish) (https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRightsSp6.12.pdf) poster.

Min Salary: 18.74

Max Salary 25.37