Medical Biller/Coder Position Available In Essex, New Jersey

Medical Biller/Coder

NJCRI – 3.8

Newark, NJ Job Details Full-time $26.50 – $30.00 an hour 1 day ago Benefits Health savings account Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Tuition reimbursement Paid time off Parental leave Employee assistance program Vision insurance 401(k) matching Professional development assistance Life insurance Retirement plan Qualifications Accounts receivable Spanish Anatomy knowledge Medical Coding Certification Physiology knowledge HIPAA Bookkeeping experience (1-2 years) Mid-level High school diploma or

GED ICD-10 HCPCS

Accounts receivable experience (1-2 years) Accounting Medical billing Medical credentialing CPT coding Computer skills Allscripts Bookkeeping Medical terminology Communication skills Full Job Description Job Summary North Jersey Community Research Initiative (NJCRI) is a comprehensive, multi-service community agency dedicated to delivering a wide range of healthcare and support services. Our offerings include Infectious Disease Specialty Care, Primary Medical Care, Women’s health, Hormone Therapy, Behavioral Health Services, Substance Use Treatment, Case Management, LGBTQ+ Services, PrEP Services, Food Pantry Services, Clinical Research and Trials, a Drop-In Center for residents without addresses, Community Outreach, and a Syringe Exchange Program, among other services

Job Duties of Medical Biller:

Assist all patients to apply for insurance when applicable Make certain all billing is complete and submitted. Review all Billing and payments for accuracy Investigate rejected claim to see why denial was issued Become liaison between NJCRI and billing vendor Assist Clients with any issues or problems they are having with Billing Work outstanding A/R on a timely manner Reconcile monthly LabCorp bill Assist with all physician Credentialing and attestations along with renewals Recognizing when medical records lack sufficient detail to support the assigned codes and communicating with providers to clarify information. Update fee schedules as necessary including keeping up-to-date with coding guidelines, payer policies, and changes in coding systems Participating in audits to assess the accuracy of coding practices and identify areas for improvement. Ensure codes are accurate, sequenced correctly, and comply with government regulations, insurance rules, and coding conventions. Translating medical information into standardized codes (e.g., ICD-10, CPT) for billing and statistical reporting Collect all co-pays and self-pay balances Handle information about patient treatment, diagnosis, and related procedures to ensure proper coding. Continuously learning about new coding guidelines and regulations through professional development

Requirements:

Education:

Minimum of a high school diploma required; college degree preferred. Proficient in medical billing software and healthcare information systems; strong general computer skills. Effective communication skills for interacting with patients, healthcare providers, and insurance companies. Working knowledge of primary medical code classifications, including ICD-10-CM, ICD-10-PCS, CPT, and HCPCS. Required knowledge of Behavioral Health Billing processes and payer guidelines. Familiar with basic accounting and bookkeeping principles, including reconciliation and payment posting. Medical Coding Certification a plus.

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$26.50 – $30.00 per hour Expected hours: 35 per week

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Employee assistance program Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Paid time off Parental leave Professional development assistance Retirement plan Tuition reimbursement Vision insurance

Schedule:

8 hour shift Application Question(s): Which billing software systems are you familiar with? Do you have experience handling denied or rejected claims? If yes, briefly explain your process. Have you worked with both government (Medicare/Medicaid) and commercial insurance providers? Ability to

Commute:

Newark, NJ 07103 (Required)

Work Location:

In person