Medical Billing Specialist

Robert Half • Merrillville, IN • 2h ago

Description We are looking for a Medical Billing Specialist to join a healthcare team in Merrillville, Indiana. This contract-to-permanent opportunity is ideal for someone who can manage billing activities accurately, follow claims through the reimbursement cycle, and support steady cash flow in a fast-paced environment. The role requires strong attention to detail, working knowledge of medical billing and coding practices, and the ability to resolve account issues efficiently.

Responsibilities:

Prepare and submit medical claims accurately and on schedule to support timely reimbursement.

Review billing documentation and coding details to identify errors, missing information, or claim discrepancies before submission.

Monitor unpaid or denied claims, investigate the cause, and take corrective action to improve collection outcomes.

Communicate with payers, patients, and internal staff to resolve billing questions and outstanding account balances.

Maintain detailed records of claim activity, payment updates, and follow-up efforts within the billing system.

Apply medical billing and coding knowledge to ensure charges align with supporting documentation and payer requirements.

Assist with accounts receivable follow-up to reduce aging balances and keep reimbursement activity moving forward.

Support billing operations using Athena software and contribute to process updates within the department as needed. Requirements - At least 2 years of experience in medical billing within a healthcare environment.

Practical knowledge of medical coding, claims processing, and reimbursement workflows.

Experience handling medical collections and following up on denied, rejected, or unpaid claims.

Familiarity with Athena software or the ability to learn billing platforms quickly.

Strong attention to detail with the ability to manage high-volume work accurately.

Effective written and verbal communication skills for interacting with payers, patients, and internal teams.

Ability to organize priorities, meet deadlines, and work consistently in a Monday through Friday schedule.

Robert Half is the world's first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles.

Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go. Download the Robert Half app (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/mobile-app) and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more.

All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information.

© 2025 Robert Half. An Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/Disability/Veterans. By clicking "Apply Now," you're agreeing to Robert Half's Terms of Use (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/terms) and Privacy Notice (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/privacy) .

Similar Jobs

PT- Physical Therapist

Enhance Rehabilitation • South Holland, IL • 4h ago

Hospital & Medical

Enhance Rehabilitation is currently seeking qualified Physical Therapists candidates to join our dynamic team. As an Enhance Rehabilitation Physical Therapist, you will be a part of growing team providing the highest qua...

4h ago

Go to Apply

Hospice Account Executive

Elara Caring • Tinley Park, IL • 1d ago

Hospital & Medical

At Elara Caring, we have a unique opportunity to play a huge role in the growth of an entire home care industry. Here, each employee has the chance to make a real difference by carrying out our mission every day. Join ou...

1d ago

Go to Apply

PTA- Physical Therapist Assistant

Enhance Rehabilitation • South Holland, IL • 1d ago

Hospital & Medical

Enhance Rehabilitation is currently seeking qualified physical therapy assistant candidates to join our dynamic team. As an Enhance Rehabilitation physical therapist assistant, working under the guidance of a physical th...

1d ago

Go to Apply

Physical Therapy Lead

Prime Healthcare • Homewood, IL • 2d ago

Hospital & Medical

Responsibilities The Lead Physical Therapist possesses the clinical, administrative and compliance knowledge to support the management of the physical therapy department. They provide medically prescribed consultative an...

2d ago

Go to Apply

Physical Therapist

Prime Healthcare • Olympia Fields, IL • 2d ago

Hospital & Medical

Responsibilities Provides medically prescribed consultative and therapeutic services in order to restore function and prevent disability in patients with musculoskeletal, cardiopulmonary and/or integumentary disorders. T...

2d ago

Go to Apply

Physical Therapist

Enhance Rehabilitation • Glenwood, IL • 2d ago

Hospital & Medical

2d ago

Go to Apply

Physical Therapy Assistant

Prime Healthcare • Homewood, IL • 2d ago

Hospital & Medical

Responsibilities Under the direction and supervision of the Physical Therapist, provides medically prescribed therapeutic services in order to restore function and prevent disability in patients with musculoskeletal, neu...

2d ago

Go to Apply

PRN Physical Therapist

Enhance Rehabilitation • Glenwood, IL • 4d ago

Hospital & Medical

4d ago

Go to Apply

Pharmacy Customer Service Associate

Walgreens • Alsip, IL • 4d ago

Hospital & Medical

Job Description: Models and delivers a distinctive and delightful customer experience. Registers sales on assigned cash register, provides customers with courteous, fair, friendly, and efficient checkout service. In acco...

4d ago

Go to Apply

Registered Nurse

Extended Care Clinical • Chicago Heights, IL • 5d ago

Hospital & Medical

This job was posted by https://illinoisjoblink.illinois.gov : For more information, please see: https://illinoisjoblink.illinois.gov/jobs/13473050 Registered Nurse (RN) Experience individualized care at an Extended Care...

5d ago

Go to Apply

Subscribe to get new jobs sent directly to you
(no charge, cancel anytime)