Accounts Receivable

AR Specialist OpportunityMedical 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 amountResearch and resolve denied or unpaid insurance claimsConduct account audits and identify trends in payment delays or denialsFollow up systematically on outstanding claims with insurance companiesSubmit appeals and reconsiderations for denied claimsMonitor and validate insurance payment accuracyIdentify and resolve credit balancesProcess insurance and patient refunds as neededDocument all collection activities and maintain detailed account notesGenerate and analyze A/R reports to identify areas for improvementWork collaboratively with insurance companies to resolve complex billing issuesRequired qualifications include: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 include: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 include: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.