Account Service Representative II – Claim Follow-Up Representative (HYBRID)

Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children’s Hospital of Chicago provides superior pediatric care in a setting that offers the latest benefits and innovations in medical technology, research and family-friendly design. As the largest pediatric provider in the region with a 140-year legacy of excellence, kids and their families are at the center of all we do. Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children’s Hospital of Chicago is ranked in all 10 specialties by the U.S. News & World Report.

Location

680 Lake Shore Drive

Job Description

Schedule : Hybrid

The Account Service Representative II – Claim Follow-Up Representative is responsible for managing claim follow-up activities to ensure timely reimbursement for professional services. This role includes investigating and resolving unpaid or denied claims, working payer correspondence, and collaborating with internal departments and payers to secure proper claim resolution. The representative will work within the Epic system to monitor accounts receivable and take necessary actions to reduce aged AR.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct timely and thorough follow-up on outstanding professional billing claims using Epic work queues.
• Research and resolve denied, delayed, or unpaid claims by communicating with payers via phone, portal, or written correspondence.
• Review payer responses and denial codes to determine appropriate action for claim resolution.
• Coordinate with coding, registration, and clinical departments to correct claim errors and resubmit when appropriate.
• Document all activities and communications clearly in the Epic system to maintain accurate account records.
• Identify and raise trends or payer issues to management for resolution and payer intervention.
• Maintain knowledge of payer-specific guidelines and billing regulations.
• Meet or exceed productivity and quality metrics established by the department.
• Assist with training and mentoring of new staff as needed.

Education and Skills

Education

High School Diploma / GED (Required)

Pay Range

$21.00-$32.55 Hourly

At Lurie Children’s, we are committed to competitive and fair compensation aligned with market rates and internal equity, reflecting individual contributions, experience, and expertise. The pay range for this job indicates minimum and maximum targets for the position. Ranges are regularly reviewed to stay aligned with market conditions. In addition to base salary, Lurie Children’s offer a comprehensive rewards package that may include differentials for some hourly employees, leadership incentives for select roles, health and retirement benefits, and wellbeing programs. For more details on other compensation, consult your recruiter or click the following link to learn more about our benefits.

Benefit Statement

For full time and part time employees who work 20 or more hours per week we offer a generous benefits package that includes :

There’s a Place for You with Us

At Lurie Children’s, we embrace and celebrate building a team with a variety of backgrounds, skills, and viewpoints — recognizing that different life experiences strengthen our workplace and the care we provide to the Chicago community and beyond. We treat everyone fairly, appreciate differences, and make meaningful connections that foster belonging. This is a place where you can be your best, so we can give our best to the patients and families who trust us with their care.

Lurie Children’s and its affiliates are equal employment opportunity employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, marital status, pregnancy, protected veteran status, order of protection status, protected genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Support email : candidatesupport@luriechildrens.org

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