Billing Specialist
Job Summary
The Insurance Billing Specialist manages and processes insurance claims to ensure accurate billing, timely reimbursement, and compliance with payer regulations. This role serves as a key link between patients, providers, and insurance companies to resolve billing issues and minimize claim denials. They are responsible for reviewing coding, verifying insurance eligibility, and investigating underpayments.
Responsibilities
- Submit and follow up on insurance claims
- Verify patient insurance eligibility and benefits
- Review coding for accuracy and compliance
- Post insurance payments and adjustments accurately
- Communicate with insurance carriers to resolve issues
Required Skills
- 1–3 years of insurance or medical billing experience
- Strong knowledge of insurance plans and claim forms
- Familiarity with CPT, ICD-10, and HCPCS codes
- Experience with EHR/PM systems
- Strong attention to detail and analytical skills
Job Details
The Insurance Billing Specialist is responsible for managing and processing insurance claims, ensuring accurate billing, timely reimbursement, and compliance with payer requirements. This role serves as a key link between patients, providers, and insurance companies to resolve billing issues and minimize claim denials.
Key Responsibilities
Submit and follow up on insurance claims (commercial, Medicare, Medicaid, etc.)
Verify patient insurance eligibility and benefits
Review coding (CPT, ICD-10, HCPCS) for accuracy and compliance
Identify, correct, and resubmit denied or rejected claims
Post insurance payments and adjustments accurately
Investigate underpayments and discrepancies
Communicate with insurance carriers to resolve claim issues
Maintain detailed billing records and documentation
Ensure compliance with HIPAA and payer regulations
Collaborate with front office, coding, and clinical staff to resolve billing errors
Required Skills & Qualifications
High school diploma or equivalent (Associate’s degree preferred)
1–3 years of insurance billing or medical billing experience
Strong knowledge of insurance plans, billing procedures, and claim forms
Familiarity with CPT, ICD-10, and HCPCS codes
Experience with EHR/PM systems (e.g., Epic, Cerner, Athena, eClinicalWorks)
Strong attention to detail and analytical skills
Excellent communication and problem-solving abilities
Preferred Qualifications
Certification such as CPB, CPC, or CCS
Experience in a healthcare, hospital, or medical practice setting
Knowledge of Medicare, Medicaid, and managed care guideline