Appeals Representative

Team Health Holdings Inc

Knoxville, TN

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Accounts Receivable, Accounts Receivable Management, Billing, Computer Skills, Fee Schedule, Healthcare, Hospital, Medical Billing, Medical Treatment, Organizational Skills, Patient Care, Time Management, Trend Analysis
LOCATION
Knoxville, TN
POSTED
6 days ago

852379, No, 5770, 2337, 1, 0.0, 0.0, 02-Jun-2026, Appeals Representative, Appeals Representative, Hybrid, Louisville, TN, EXPERIENCE / SKILLS:

  • One year medical billing experience
  • Knowledge of physician billing policies and procedures
  • Computer literate
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
  • Excellent organizational skills
  • Ability to work independently

EDUCATION:

  • High school diploma or equivalent.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

  • This job will be performed in a well-lighted and well-vented environment. Requires constant sitting tolerance. Involves extensive computer use.
  • Set in a pleasant, high-volume, fast-paced office environment.
  • Overtime may be required and can be mandated by Management.
  • TeamHealth is proud to be the leading physician practice in the U.S. providing exceptional patient care, together. TeamHealth has been recognized by Newsweek as one of America's Greatest Workplaces in Health Care for 2025 -Becker's Hospital Review names TeamHealth among the top 150 places to work in healthcare. We continue to grow across the U.S. from our Clinicians to Corporate Employees. Join us!

What we Offer

  • Career Growth Opportunities
  • A Culture anchored in a strong sense of belonging
  • Benefits (Medical/Dental/Vision) begin the first of the month following 30 days of employment
  • 401k (Discretionary match)
  • Generous PTO
  • 8 Paid Holidays
  • Equipment Provided for Remote Roles

JOB DESCRIPTION OVERVIEW:

This position is responsible for reviewing various carrier denials at their assigned Billing Group and submitting appeals accordingly. Maintains accuracy and production to ensure invoices are being processed efficiently.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Reviews ETM task list assignment, comments, and rebills/appeals claim as necessary
  • Reviews denials to determine appropriate action based on carrier requirements
  • Posts appropriate rejection codes into system where applicable
  • Obtains status by establishing carrier contact if the submitted appeal has yielded no response
  • Identifies and forwards documentation to appeal disputed claims
  • Assembles and forwards appropriate documentation to the senior representative for provider and carrier related issues
  • Reviews carrier provider manuals for billing updates as needed
  • Reports any consistent errors found during review that affect claims from being processed correctly
  • Participates in department meetings with Accounts Receivable Team
  • Identifies trends in claims filed outside carrier timely filing deadlines and offers suggestions to prevent future occurrences
  • Turns to Senior/Supervisor for unusual circumstances that may include write-offs, fee schedules, claims, etc.
  • Performs any and all duties as directed by Senior Representative, Supervisor, and Accounts Receivable Manager

About the Company

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Team Health Holdings Inc

TeamHealth was founded in 1979 with a vision of developing the best teams of healthcare professionals. With the relentless pursuit to advance patient care through strong leadership, innovation and teamwork, we're proud to say that 33 years later we have made great strides towards our goals.

The impressive growth of TeamHealth should come as no surprise to hospitals and clinicians aware of our reputation for efficiency and commitment to excellence and collaboration.

Originally founded to provide emergency department administrative and staffing services, TeamHealth is one of the nation's largest providers of hospital-based clinical outsourcing in multiple departments, including Anesthesia, Hospital Medicine, in addition to Emergency Medicine. Although we are a national organization, our operating philosophy is essentially the same as when we started. TeamHealth is committed to a patient-centric model of healthcare delivery with hospitals, physician groups and TeamHealth working collaboratively to deliver compassionate, effective, efficient and safe patient care.

COMPANY SIZE
5,000 to 9,999 employees
INDUSTRY
Healthcare Services
FOUNDED
1979