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Job Description
AR Follow Up Associate
AR Follow-Up Associate
Location:
Catonsville, MD
Pay:
$22
25/hour
Work Environment Professional office setting within a healthcare revenue cycle department. Business casual dress code. Team-based environment with approximately 55 employees across specialized functional areas.
Schedule Monday-Friday, standard business hours. Hybrid schedule available after ~90 days (4 days onsite, 1 day remote
Thursday).
Compensation and Benefits
Pay Rate:
$22
25/hour
Duration:
6-month contract-to-hire
If eligible, benefits may include:
Medical, Dental, Vision
Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital coverage
401(k) Retirement Plan (Pre tax and Roth post tax contributions available)
Voluntary Life & AD&D (employee + dependents)
Short term and long term disability
Health Spending Account (HSA)
Transportation benefits
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Time Off / Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
About the Role
Supports the full accounts receivable (AR) lifecycle within a healthcare environment
Ensures accurate billing, timely collections, and proper reimbursement for services rendered
Requires strong attention to detail and knowledge of healthcare billing processes
Responsible for managing assigned accounts efficiently and effectively
Key Responsibilities
Perform pre-billing review, claim submission, and follow-up on outstanding receivables
Manage billing for multiple lines of business including Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay
Interpret and apply Explanation of Benefits (EOB) and Remittance Advice (ERA/835)
Post payments, denials, adjustments, and cash transactions accurately
Identify and resolve claim denials, rejections, and underpayments
Initiate appeals, corrected claims, and submit supporting documentation
Conduct AR follow-up using payer portals and internal systems
Maintain accurate account documentation and notes
Research and resolve credit balances, refunds, and misapplied cash
Support month-end close processes
Provide customer service support for billing inquiries
Required Skills & Experience
2+ years of healthcare accounts receivable experience
Experience in medical billing, collections, and AR follow-up
Knowledge of Medicare, Medicaid, and managed care payors
Experience with cash posting and denial management
Familiarity with CMS1500 and/or UB04 claim forms
Understanding of EOBs, ERAs (835 files), and reimbursement processes
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook
Strong knowledge of CPT and ICD-10 coding
Ability to navigate EMR systems, billing platforms, and payer portals
High attention to detail and strong organizational skills
Excellent communication and customer service abilities
Top Skills
Must Haves:
Healthcare Accounts Receivable (AR) follow-up
Medical billing experience (Medicare & Medicaid)
Cash posting and denial management
Experience with EOB/ERA (835 transactions)
Long-term care or skilled nursing facility billing experience
Strong Excel proficiency
Nice to
Have Skills:
Experience in long-term care or senior living environments
Familiarity with Vision or similar medical billing systems
Experience with multiple payer portals and clearinghouses
Appeals and complex denial resolution experience
Knowledge of full revenue cycle processes
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Catonsville, MD.
Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $22.00
$25.00/hr. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
Medical, dental & vision
Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
401(k) Retirement Plan
Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
Short and long-term disability
Health Spending Account (HSA)
Transportation benefits
Employee Assistance Program
Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in Catonsville,MD.
Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Jun 26, 2026.