Insurance Follow-Up Specialist

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Insurance Follow-Up Specialist resolving unpaid and denied healthcare claims for Meduit, a national revenue cycle management provider. Investigating payer issues, submitting appeals, and maximizing reimbursement for hospitals and physician practices.

Responsibilities:

  • Research and resolve denied, unpaid, underpaid, or incorrectly processed insurance claims
  • Investigate claim rejections and denials by contacting insurance carriers and reviewing payer requirements
  • Follow up with Medicare, Medicaid, Blue Cross, and commercial insurance carriers to obtain claim status updates and payment resolution
  • Analyze denial codes, remittance advice, payer correspondence, and claim documentation to identify root causes and determine next steps
  • Correct claim errors and facilitate claim resubmission
  • Prepare and submit appeals, reconsiderations, corrected claims, and supporting documentation
  • Manage assigned claim inventory and prioritize accounts to reduce aging accounts receivable
  • Contact patients to obtain or verify information needed to resolve billing or insurance issues
  • Review and update patient demographics, insurance information, and account details
  • Document account activity, payer communications, and claim resolutions accurately and timely
  • Communicate with insurance companies, patients, and client representatives regarding outstanding claims and balances
  • Identify denial trends and recurring issues and communicate findings to leadership and operational teams
  • Meet productivity, quality, and cash collection performance standards
  • Maintain compliance with HIPAA regulations, client requirements, and company policies
  • Collaborate with Billing, Claims, Collections, and Client Services teams to resolve complex reimbursement issues

Requirements:

  • High School Diploma or GED
  • 2+ years of insurance follow-up, denials management, medical billing, or healthcare collections experience
  • Experience working with Medicare, Medicaid, and commercial payers
  • Knowledge of patient billing, claims submission, and denial resolution processes
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Outlook, Word, and Excel
  • Secure and private workspace within the home
  • Reliable wired (preferred) high-speed internet connection
  • Minimum internet speeds of 30 Mbps download and 10 Mbps upload
  • Professional and distraction-free work environment during scheduled working hours
  • Legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire
  • Ability to complete video interviews, which may be recorded and transcribed
  • Ability to provide an internet speed test during the interview process if requested
  • Successful pre-employment background check
  • Candidates residing in New York are not eligible for this position

Benefits:

  • Medical, Dental & Vision
  • 401(k) with Company Match
  • Paid Wellness Time & Holidays
  • Employer-Paid Life Insurance & LTD
  • Paid Training
  • Internal Growth Opportunities