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 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 include: 3+ years of medical billing accounts receivable experience Strong understanding of insurance claim requirements and appeals processes Proficiency in medical billing software and practice management systems Knowledge of Medicare, Medicaid, and commercial insurance billing guidelines Experience with claim scrubbing and denial management Strong analytical and problem-solving skills Excellent organizational and time management abilities Proven track record of meeting collection goals Preferred qualifications include: Medical Billing Certification (CRCP, CRCE, or similar) Experience with electronic remittance and payment posting Knowledge of healthcare revenue cycle management Background in medical coding (CPC certification a plus) Associate's degree in Healthcare Administration or related field Skills and abilities include: Strong attention to detail and accuracy Excellent written and verbal communication Ability to work independently and as part of a team Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel Strong negotiation and problem-solving abilities Knowledge of HIPAA regulations and compliance requirements Working 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.