Medical Billing Collections Specialist
Pay: $25-$26/hour
Job Type: Contract-to-Hire (6 Months)
Schedule: Hybrid (Remote 4 days/week after initial training)
Hours: Monday - Friday, 7AM-4PM
Are you an experienced medical billing professional with a strong background in insurance follow-up and claims resolution? Our client is seeking a Medical Billing Collections Specialist to join their revenue cycle team. This opportunity offers a flexible hybrid schedule and the potential for permanent employment based on performance and business needs.
Key Responsibilities
Manage assigned insurance payer accounts and follow up on outstanding claims
Investigate denied, underpaid, and rejected claims to determine root causes and next steps
Correct billing discrepancies and resubmit claims for payment
Prepare and submit appeals for denied claims
Monitor aging reports and work outstanding account balances
Maintain productivity and quality standards while ensuring timely claim resolution
Document account activity and updates accurately within billing systems
Collaborate with internal teams to resolve reimbursement issues and improve collections outcomes
Qualifications
Prior experience in medical billing, accounts receivable, or insurance collections
Strong understanding of claim denial management and appeals processes
Experience working with Medicaid claims preferred
Knowledge of payer guidelines, reimbursement practices, and revenue cycle processes
Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills
Ability to meet productivity goals in a fast-paced environment
Proficiency with medical billing systems and Microsoft Office applications
Position Details
Focus primarily on Medicaid-related accounts
Work approximately 80 transactions per day
Hybrid schedule: Remote four days per week and onsite every Wednesday
Contract position with the opportunity to convert to a permanent role within 6 months based on performance
Ongoing monthly performance reviews throughout the assignment
Benefits statement: LHH offers medical, dental, vision insurance, retirement savings options and other value-added benefits to our associates on assignment.
Pay Details: $25.00 to $26.00 per hour
Search managed by: Marissa Osorio
Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled
Military connected talent encouraged to apply
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| Location | Chicago, IL |
| Salary | $25–$26 Per Hour |
