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Senior Medical Billing Specialist

Page Mechanical Group, Inc., Jacksonville, FL, United States


We are seeking an experienced

Medical Billing Specialist

to support a hospital-based group practice operating across multiple states, with a

primary focus on Insurance Accounts Receivable under 60 days .
This is not an entry-level role. The ideal candidate has hands-on experience managing

early-stage A/R , ensuring claims move efficiently through the revenue cycle, and

identifying and resolving issues before they age into long-term A/R .
This role is critical in a rapidly growing, multi-state environment.

The candidate must be comfortable supporting

new hospital implementations , identifying payer setup issues early, and ensuring A/R performance remains stable as the organization expands.
This role is focused on prevention, not cleanup—success is measured by reducing A/R aging before it becomes a >60-day issue.
What You’ll Do

Own and manage Insurance A/R under 60 days , ensuring claims are progressing toward timely payment
Proactively follow up on newly billed claims and early-stage A/R to prevent aging beyond 60 days
Identify and resolve issues early in the claim lifecycle (e.g., claim rejections, missing information, enrollment gaps, payer-specific requirements)
Investigate and resolve unpaid or delayed claims across multiple payers
Proactively research and resolve payer-specific issues, including contacting payers when needed
Track, monitor, and manage A/R performance across newly onboarded hospitals
Identify and escalation payer or setup issues early in new hospital implementations
Develop and maintain tracking tools (Excel or similar) for payer issues, A/R trends, and potential risks
Review, correct, and resubmit rejected or denied claims as needed
Monitor trends and escalation recurring payer issues to prevent future delays
Maintain accurate, audit-ready documentation of all follow-up activities
Collaborate with internal teams to improve clean claim rates and reduce A/R aging
Note: While this role may support other billing functions as needed, the primary responsibility is early-stage Insurance A/R management and prevention of aging.
Required Experience & Qualifications

Minimum

2+ years of recent experience, as described

in a hospital-based or large group practice
Strong experience with

Insurance A/R follow-up focused on early-stage accounts (0–60 days) . Meaning having an understanding of and understanding why claims are being denied and how to fix it.
Demonstrated experience working with

multiple payers

(commercial, Medicare, Medicaid, managed care)
Experience supporting billing operations across

multiple states or payer jurisdictions
Experience supporting

new hospital or practice onboarding, expansions, or implementations

strongly preferred
Working knowledge of payer guidelines, claim requirements, and reimbursement workflows
Proven ability to

identify issues early, problem-solve, and drive resolution independently
Experience communicating directly with payers to resolve complex issues
Proficiency with EMR and billing software
Strong Excel skills for tracking and reporting
Excellent attention to detail, organization, and follow-through
Key Traits for Success

Proactive thinker

who identifies and resolves issues before they escal ate.
Thrives in a

high-growth, fast-paced, multi-state environment
Ability to independently problem-solve in unstructured situations, including deciphering issues without predefined procedures or standard answers
Strong problem-solver who can navigate new or unfamiliar payer requirements
Comfortable working independently with minimal oversight
Persistent and resourceful in resolving complex billing issues
Ability to

build structure, tracking, and processes in evolving operational environments
Positive, team-oriented mindset with strong communication skills
Education

A degree is not required if you have relevant medical billing experience
A degree without hands-on billing experience will not meet the requirements of this role
Compensation

Salary range:

$56,000 – $68,000 annually (commensurate with experience)
This position is onsite Monday - Friday
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