Ar Specialist
Medical company located in west El Paso is looking for an AR Specialist. Key responsibilities include :
- Analyze and work aging reports, prioritizing accounts based on age and dollar amount
- Research and resolve denied or unpaid insurance claims
- Conduct account audits and identify trends in payment delays or denials
- Follow up systematically on outstanding claims with insurance companies
- Submit appeals and reconsiderations for denied claims
- Monitor and validate insurance payment accuracy
- Identify and resolve credit balances
- Process insurance and patient refunds as needed
- Document all collection activities and maintain detailed account notes
- Generate and analyze A / R reports to identify areas for improvement
- Work collaboratively with insurance companies to resolve complex billing issues
Required qualifications :
3+ years of medical billing accounts receivable experienceStrong understanding of insurance claim requirements and appeals processesProficiency in medical billing software and practice management systemsKnowledge of Medicare, Medicaid, and commercial insurance billing guidelinesExperience with claim scrubbing and denial managementStrong analytical and problem-solving skillsExcellent organizational and time management abilitiesProven track record of meeting collection goalsPreferred qualifications :
Medical billing certification (CRCP, CRCE, or similar)Experience with electronic remittance and payment postingKnowledge of healthcare revenue cycle managementBackground in medical coding (CPC certification a plus)Associate's degree in healthcare administration or related fieldSkills and abilities :
Strong attention to detail and accuracyExcellent written and verbal communicationAbility to work independently and as part of a teamProficient in Microsoft Office Suite, especially ExcelStrong negotiation and problem-solving abilitiesKnowledge of HIPAA regulations and compliance requirementsWorking hours are from 7 : 30am to 5 : 30 pm Mon-Thurs, Fri 8am -noon. Pay rate ranges from $13 / hr. to $18 / hr. depending on experience. Position could become full time with the company.