Remote Medical Billing & Coding Specialist

DaMar Staffing; Salinas (CA); Hybrid; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

DaMar Staffing in Salinas, CA seeks a detail-oriented Medical Billing Specialist with strong experience in medical billing, coding, and insurance processes. The role requires accuracy, familiarity with EHR/EMR systems, and excellent communication with patients and payers.

This position may offer remote work depending on experience, with responsibilities including claim submission, coding to ICD-10/CPT/HCPCS, cost estimates, appeals, and AR follow-up to maximize reimbursement.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; associate degree preferred.
• CPC, CCS, or equivalent certification strongly preferred.
• Minimum 2 years of medical billing and coding experience.
• Strong knowledge of ICD-10, CPT, and HCPCS coding systems.
• Hands-on experience with EHR/EMR systems (Epic/Meditech/PrognoCis).
• Familiarity with payer reimbursement guidelines and HIPAA/CMS rules.
• Experience creating cost estimates and submitting appeals.
• Proficient in medical billing software and documentation workflows.

Responsibilities

• Process and submit medical claims to insurers and third parties.
• Code using ICD-10, CPT, and HCPCS for various procedures/diagnoses.
• Generate cost estimates based on coverage and contracts.
• Review billing data in EHR/EMR before submission.
• Utilize Epic/Meditech/PrognoCis for documentation and billing workflows.
• Research, resolve billing discrepancies or claim denials.
• Prepare and submit insurance appeals in compliance with guidelines.
• Communicate with patients about billing, responsibilities, and coverage.
• Track accounts receivable and follow up on outstanding claims.

Skills

Medical billing

Medical coding

Insurance processes

Medical terminology

Procedure coding

Cost estimation

Insurance appeals

EHR/EMR systems

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Education

Associate degree in healthcare administration / billing & coding

Tools

Epic

Meditech

PrognoCis

Job description

DaMar Staffing in Salinas, CA seeks a detail-oriented Medical Billing Specialist with strong experience in medical billing, coding, and insurance processes. The role requires accuracy, familiarity with EHR/EMR systems, and excellent communication with patients and payers.

This position may offer remote work depending on experience, with responsibilities including claim submission, coding to ICD-10/CPT/HCPCS, cost estimates, appeals, and AR follow-up to maximize reimbursement.