Billing Specialist

Northwest Orthopaedic Specialists is seeking a Billing Specialist responsible for the prevention, tracking, and follow-up of denied and/or unpaid claims. The role involves reviewing claims for maximum reimbursement and maintaining productivity in a fast-paced environment. Responsibilities Timely follow up on claim denials, exceptions or exclusions Contacting insurance companies to determine reasons claims are unpaid Identifying denial trends to help create strategies to prevent denials wherever possible File appeals as needed to resolve payer denials and work with payers and monitor appeals in process Properly track and document all denial and appeal activity Research of payments with missing remit information or misapplied payments Ensure that accounts receivable is kept current according to organizational benchmarks Adheres to all HIPAA guidelines/regulations Other duties as assigned Skills Strong written and oral communication skills Knowledge of computer systems and programs Excellent customer service skills Knowledge of medical terminology and human anatomy 1 year experience in medical coding or billing, including experience with denials, CPT and ICD-10 High school graduate or equivalent Benefits Medical Insurance Dental Insurance Vision Insurance Basic Life & ADD Insurance Long Term Disability Insurance Voluntary Short Term Disability Insurance Voluntary Life & ADD Insurance Health Savings Account Employee Assistance Program Voluntary AFLAC Options Employee Discount 401k Employer Match after 1 year 401k Profit Sharing after 1 year PTO (.0615 per hour paid) 7 paid holidays Company Overview Northwest Orthopaedic Specialists provide bone, joint, and muscle care services. It was founded in 2019, and is headquartered in Spokane, Washington, USA, with a workforce of 201-500 employees. Its website is