Aug 11, 2026

Medical Billing Specialist

Job Description

Job Title: OB/GYN Billing Specialist Position Overview We are seeking an experienced Billing Specialist to join our OB/GYN practice. The ideal candidate must have direct billing experience in women’s health / OB/GYN and be highly proficient in athenahealth. This role requires strong knowledge of medical billing workflows, insurance follow-up, denial management, payment posting, claims resolution, and patient account management specific to an OB/GYN setting. Key Responsibilities Submit clean claims accurately and timely through athenahealth Review and resolve claim rejections and denials Follow up with insurance companies on unpaid or underpaid claims Post insurance and patient payments accurately Work aging reports and outstanding AR Review patient accounts for billing accuracy and follow-up needs Handle billing corrections, resubmissions, and appeals Communicate with front desk, clinical staff, and management to resolve billing issues Maintain compliance with payer rules and billing regulations Help improve collections, reduce denials, and optimize revenue cycle performance Required Qualifications Minimum 5 years of medical billing experience in an OB/GYN practice Strong working knowledge of athenahealth Experience with: Insurance claim submission and follow-up Denial management and appeals Payment posting Patient balances and account review Eligibility and benefits verification OB/GYN coding and billing workflows Understanding of commercial insurance Knowledge of CPT, ICD-10, and HCPCS coding relevant to OB/GYN Strong attention to detail and accuracy Ability to work independently and efficiently in a fast-paced practice Preferred Qualifications Experience billing for: Obstetric global billing Gynecologic procedures Surgical claims Ultrasound and in-office procedures Familiarity with prior authorizations, claim edits, and payer-specific billing requirements Credentialing or revenue cycle support experience is a plus Skills and Attributes Strong knowledge of OB/GYN billing High proficiency in athenahealth Organized, dependable, and detail-oriented Strong problem-solving and follow-through Professional communication skills Able to maintain confidentiality and professionalism at all times Compensation Competitive pay based on experience Benefits: Medical, Dental, PTO, Retirement plans How to Apply Please send your resume and a brief summary of your OB/GYN billing experience, including your level of experience with athenahealth , to michael@whgchicago.com #J-18808-Ljbffr