Billing Specialist
South Kingstown, Rhode Island
Category: Admin
Contract - Full Time
Job ID: 969102
Work Setting: Healthcare Facilities
Contract Duration: 13 Weeks
Est. Pay: $70 / Hour
Posted Date: 6/19/2025
South Kingstown, Rhode Island
Work Setting: Healthcare Facilities
Category: Admin
Contract Duration: 13 Weeks
Contract - Full Time
Est. Pay: $70 / Hour
Job ID: 969102
Posted Date: 6/19/2025
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Billing Specialist — South Kingstown, Rhode Island
The Billing Specialist is responsible for managing and processing patient billing and insurance claims in a hospital setting. This role ensures accurate and timely submission of claims, resolves billing discrepancies, and communicates with patients, insurance companies, and internal departments to facilitate efficient revenue cycle operations.
Key Responsibilities:
- Prepare and submit accurate medical claims to insurance companies (private, Medicare, Medicaid).
- Review patient accounts for completeness and accuracy before billing.
- Follow up on unpaid or denied claims and take appropriate action to resolve issues.
- Post payments and adjustments to patient accounts.
- Communicate with patients regarding billing inquiries and payment plans.
- Collaborate with clinical and administrative staff to ensure proper documentation and coding.
- Maintain up-to-date knowledge of insurance regulations and hospital billing procedures.
- Generate reports related to billing activity, collections, and account status.
- Ensure compliance with HIPAA and other healthcare regulations.
Qualifications:
- High school diploma or equivalent required; associate degree or certification in medical billing/coding preferred.
- 2+ years of experience in medical billing, preferably in a hospital or large healthcare setting.
- Knowledge of ICD-10, CPT, and HCPCS coding systems.
- Familiarity with electronic health records (EHR) and billing software (e.g., Epic, Cerner).
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
- Excellent communication and problem-solving abilities.
Preferred Skills:
- Certification as a Certified Professional Biller (CPB) or Certified Coding Specialist (CCS).
- Experience with government and commercial insurance billing.
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Benefits
At Amergis, we firmly believe that our employees are the heartbeat of our organization and we are happy to offer the following benefits:
- Competitive pay & weekly paychecks
- Health, dental, vision, and life insurance
- 401(k) savings plan
- Awards and recognition programs
*Benefit eligibility is dependent on employment status.
About Amergis
Amergis, formerly known as Maxim Healthcare Staffing, has served our clients and communities by connecting people to the work that matters since 1988. We provide meaningful opportunities to our extensive network of healthcare and school-based professionals, ready to work in any hospital, government facility, or school. Through partnership and innovation, Amergis creates unmatched staffing experiences to deliver the best workforce solutions.
Amergis is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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