You are applying for a position through Medix, a staffing agency. The actual posting represents a position at one of our clients.
Billing Coordinator – Medical Practice & Cosmetic Surgery Center
Location - Fully Remote
Pay - $25–31/hour (Depending on Experience)
Full-Time | Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM MST (Some Flexibility Available)
Are you a detail-driven medical billing professional ready to take ownership of a dynamic and rewarding role? We’re seeking a Billing Coordinator to oversee and manage the full revenue cycle process within a busy, reputable medical practice and outpatient cosmetic surgery center, home to two board-certified plastic surgeons.
In this role, you’ll play a critical part in maintaining accurate billing, managing insurance claims and follow-ups, securing pre-authorizations, and supporting the financial operations that keep our clinic and surgery center running smoothly. If you're passionate about delivering high-quality service, love problem-solving, and have a solid background in medical billing and coding—we want to meet you.
What You’ll Do:
- Act as a subject matter expert on insurance benefits and eligibility for incoming patients.
- Secure pre-authorizations for surgical procedures and verify insurance coverage and documentation.
- Accurately calculate patient financial responsibility for surgeries and procedures.
- Submit and follow up on insurance claims for clinic and surgery center services.
- Proactively manage accounts receivable—contacting patients and insurance companies regarding outstanding balances via phone, email, or mail.
- Review and enter daily charges; double-check superbills for accuracy.
- Track, complete, and submit appeals and reconsiderations.
- Respond to patient billing inquiries and serve as a resource for staff billing-related questions.
- Generate production and financial reports; support month-end reporting.
- Process patient refunds and ensure accurate end-of-month billing and scheduled-not-billed reports.
- Maintain current knowledge of medical billing and coding guidelines, and assist with updating policies and procedures.
- Support payer contracting initiatives alongside the Administrator.
What You Bring:
Education & Certifications:
- High school diploma required; bachelor’s degree or billing/coding certification preferred.
Experience:
- Minimum of 3 years of billing and coding experience in a medical office or healthcare setting.
- Experience in plastic surgery or outpatient surgery center billing is required. Must be knowledgeable regarding breast reconstruction billing and coding.
Technical Knowledge:
- Proficiency with medical billing software (Nextech experience is a plus).
- Strong understanding of CPT, ICD-10, and medical terminology.
- Familiarity with Medicare and third-party payer reimbursement rules.
- Solid grasp of insurance verification, pre-authorization workflows, and electronic billing processes.
Skills & Abilities:
- Strong coding accuracy and attention to detail.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Professionalism and discretion in handling confidential information.
- Ability to prioritize, multi-task, and meet tight deadlines.
- Flexibility to adapt to changing demands and workflow improvements.
- Team-oriented with the ability to work independently when needed
Why Join Us?
You’ll be part of a patient-centered team that values precision, professionalism, and proactive communication. In this collaborative and supportive environment, you’ll have the opportunity to sharpen your skills, contribute to a well-run practice, and grow in your healthcare career.
Ready to Apply?
If you're an experienced billing professional looking for your next challenge in a high-performance medical setting, we’d love to hear from you!
Benefits
- Paid Sick Leave (Medix provides paid sick leave according to state and local sick leave ordinances).
- Health Benefits / Dental / Vision (Medix offers 6 different health plans: 3 Major Medical Plans, 2 Fixed Indemnity Plans (Standard and Preferred), and 1 Minimum Essential Coverage (MEC) Plan. Eligibility for health benefits is based on verifying that an average of 30 hours per week during the first 4 weeks of the work assignment has been met. If you meet eligibility requirements and take action to enroll, you will be covered no earlier than 60 days into your assignment, depending on plan selection(s)).
- 401k (Eligible on the first 401k open enrollment date following 6 consecutive months on assignment. 401k Open Enrollment dates are 1/1, 4/1, 7/1, and 10/1).
- Short Term Disability Insurance.
- Term Life Insurance Plan.
We will consider for employment all qualified Applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable federal, state and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance (FCIHO), Los Angeles Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers (ULAC), The San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance (FCO), and the California Fair Chance Act (CFCA).
This position is subject to a background check based on its job duties, which may include patient care, working with vulnerable populations, access to financial and confidential information, driving, working with heavy machinery, or working in a warehouse or laboratory environment. Due to these job duties, this position has a significant impact on the business operations and reputation, as well as the safety and well-being of individuals who may be cared for as part of the job position or who may interact with staff or clients.
Medix Overview:
With over 20 years of experience connecting organizations with highly qualified professionals, Medix is a leading provider of workforce solutions for clients and candidates across the healthcare, scientific, technology, and government industries. Through our core purpose of positively impacting lives, we’re dedicated to creating opportunities for job seekers at some of the nation's top companies. As an award-winning career partner, Medix is committed to helping talent find fulfilling and meaningful work because our mission is to help you achieve yours.
