Remote Medical Billing & Coding Specialist

AAPC; Lancaster (CA); Hybrid; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

AAPC is seeking a detail-oriented Medical Billing Specialist with strong experience in medical billing, coding, and insurance processes. You will handle coding with ICD-10, CPT, and HCPCS, prepare cost estimates, and ensure accurate billing within EHR/EMR systems like Epic or Meditech.

The role involves communicating with patients and payers to secure timely reimbursements while maintaining HIPAA compliance.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; associate degree preferred.
• Certified Professional Coder (CPC) strongly preferred.
• Certified Coding Specialist (CCS) or equivalent certification encouraged.
• Minimum 2 years in medical billing, coding, insurance follow-up, with EHR/EMR systems experience.

Responsibilities

• Accurately process and submit medical claims to insurance companies and third-party payers.
• Code procedures and diagnoses using ICD-10, CPT, and HCPCS.
• Generate cost estimates for procedures based on coverage and contracts.
• Verify billing data within EHR/EMR before claim submission.
• Research and resolve billing discrepancies or claim denials.

Skills

Medical terminology

Attention to detail

Communication

Problem solving

Data accuracy

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate's degree in Healthcare Administration or Billing & Coding

CPC Certification

CCS Certification

Tools

Epic

Meditech

PrognoCis

Job description

AAPC is seeking a detail-oriented Medical Billing Specialist with strong experience in medical billing, coding, and insurance processes. You will handle coding with ICD-10, CPT, and HCPCS, prepare cost estimates, and ensure accurate billing within EHR/EMR systems like Epic or Meditech.

The role involves communicating with patients and payers to secure timely reimbursements while maintaining HIPAA compliance.