Medical Billing and Coding Specialist

Join Our Team

We are seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Medical Billing and Coding Specialist to join our growing team. This role is ideal for a motivated professional who thrives in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment while maintaining the ability to work independently.

This is an onsite position located in Linden, NJ. This position has the ability to go remote after six months.

If you enjoy solving complex billing challenges, analyzing denial trends, and contributing to process improvements, this is a great opportunity to advance your career.

What You’ll Do

As a key member of our revenue cycle team, you will take ownership of complex billing processes and serve as a resource for coding and payer-related issues.

Core Responsibilities:

• Review, code, and submit provider/practice claims with accuracy and timeliness
• Independently manage assigned work queues to ensure proper charge capture
• Investigate and resolve complex claim denials and rejections
• Analyze denial trends and recommend actionable solutions
• Apply advanced ICD-10 and CPT coding knowledge to claims and appeals
• Utilize payer portals for claim status reviews, corrections, and resubmissions
• Collaborate with Accounts Receivable (AR) staff to resolve complex account issues
• Prepare and submit appeals with appropriate supporting documentation
• Communicate with providers to clarify incomplete or unclear medical records
• Support audits, reporting, and departmental projects
• Assist in onboarding and training new team members
• Stay current on payer updates and industry changes, sharing insights with the team
• Perform additional billing and coding duties as assigned

What You Bring

We’re looking for a candidate who combines technical expertise with strong analytical thinking and communication skills.

Required Skills & Abilities:

• Advanced knowledge of ICD-10, CPT coding, and CMS guidelines
• Strong understanding of payer policies and carrier portals
• Experience identifying and resolving denial trends
• Strong analytical, reconciliation, and reporting skills
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Exceptional organizational and time-management abilities
• Self-starter who can work independently and collaboratively
• Experience with Microsoft Word and Excel

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required (Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree preferred)
• Certification in Medical Billing & Coding (e.g., CPC, CCS-P) preferred
• 3+ years of medical billing and coding experience, preferably in a multi-specialty practice

Why Join Us?

• Competitive pay with growth potential
• Supportive, team-oriented environment
• Opportunity to work on complex, high-impact cases
• Career development and advancement opportunities

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance