You are applying for a position through Medix, a staffing agency. The actual posting represents a position at one of our clients.

Job Summary

Our client is seeking a dedicated Physician Billing Specialist to join their team. The primary responsibilities include claim processing, payment administration, and managing the revenue cycle through effective use of Electronic Health Records (EHR) systems to ensure timely and accurate billing and collections.

Key Responsibilities

• Claim Processing: Prepare, review, and electronically transmit medical claims to payers, ensuring immediate follow-up on unsent or rejected claims.
• Verification of Benefits: Validate patient coverage, copays, deductibles, and authorization requirements prior to service delivery.
• Payment Administration: Execute prompt posting of insurance and self-pay receipts, maintaining daily financial reconciliations.
• Accounts Receivable Follow-Up: Work aging accounts systematically to resolve denials, appeal rejections, and secure full payment.
• EHR Task Management: Maintain daily oversight of Epic WQs to prevent backlogs in the revenue cycle.
• Billing Inquiry Resolution: Research coding or coverage issues alongside clinical teams to secure correct claim adjudication.
• Patient Account Services: Field incoming inquiries regarding statements, accept payments, and negotiate structured payment options.
• Reporting & Compliance: Produce routine collections, A/R, and aging reports while upholding all federal and state privacy laws (HIPAA).
• Regulatory Knowledge: Stay current with billing rules, payer policies, and coding updates.

Qualifications

• Technical Proficiency: Hands-on experience with Electronic Medical Records (EMR) systems, specifically Epic billing software, along with strong proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word).
• Billing & Coding Expertise: Deep understanding of medical coding, reimbursement models, and end-to-end insurance claim processes.
• Communication & Patient Relations: Superior written and verbal communication skills with a proven ability to handle patient interactions with empathy, tact, and professionalism.
• Precision & Autonomy: Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy, paired with a self-motivated, proactive approach to managing daily priorities.
• Teamwork & Ethics: Strong interpersonal skills for building collaborative workplace relationships, combined with an uncompromised commitment to HIPAA and patient privacy.

Additional Requirements

• Flexible schedule with options to work from 7AM - 4PM or 8AM - 5PM, with a 32-hour minimum workweek.
• Flexible arrangement for two days in person and two days remote work.

Required Employment / Compliance Language

Medix is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

^*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).

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.

Any required state or Joint Commission training is compensated at the state or local minimum wage rate.

^*As a job position within our Revenue Cycle division, a successful completion of a background check may be required as a condition of employment. This requirement is directly related to essential job functions including but not limited to: accessing financial and confidential information, handling financial and other payment data, and working within departments that care for vulnerable populations, such as, minors, elderly and those with physical or mental disabilities. 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.