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 Medical Biller to maintain and manage patient financial accounts, respond to billing inquiries, resolve discrepancies, and ensure accurate cash posting within a healthcare setting. This role involves utilizing automated billing systems and strong knowledge of insurance regulations to support revenue cycle operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain and manage patient financial accounts using automated billing systems.
• Respond to inquiries from patients, family members, healthcare staff, insurance representatives, and third-party payers by phone and in writing.
• Research, correct, and trend electronic denials, suspended claims, and rejected claims from Medicaid and other third-party payers.
• Investigate and resolve account discrepancies and accounts receivable issues.
• Research denied claims, provide additional documentation or information, and rebill or adjust accounts as needed.
• Perform cash posting and accurately post payments and vouchers from commercial insurance companies.
• Identify and correct payment posting errors and verify transactions.
• Review and route denials for appropriate follow-up.
• Maintain accurate electronic and manual financial records related to patient payments.
• Prepare cash and checks for deposit and maintain appropriate deposit records.
• Maintain strict confidentiality of patient and financial information.
• Effectively utilize medical billing and financial systems to complete daily assignments.
• Assist with front desk responsibilities, including answering phones and scheduling appointments.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Experience using medical billing or healthcare financial software required.
• Experience researching patient accounts and resolving accounts receivable discrepancies.
• Knowledge of Medicare, Medicaid, and third-party payer regulations and billing processes.
• Strong understanding of medical billing, insurance claims, and revenue cycle operations.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.
• Ability to manage multiple accounts and priorities in a fast-paced healthcare environment.

Experience

• 2+ years of experience in medical billing and customer service within a healthcare setting.

Skills

• Proficiency with medical billing or healthcare financial software.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.

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).

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.