Billing Specialist

Title: Billing SpecialistShift: M-F 8am-4pmLocation: HybridDuration: 6 Month Contract to HireMust Haves:5+ years' experience with A/R follow up, claims resolution and denialsWorking knowledge of DRG Coding 3+ years' experience working within EPIC revenue cycle (Epic Resolute) Experience working through clearinghouse processesPlusses: Bachelor’s degree in, Finance, Accounting, or related fieldDay to Day: Insight Global is looking for a billing specialist for one of their healthcare clients in New Jersey. Billing specialists will spend their day actively working assigned A/R and suspended claim work queues within Epic, focusing on denied, rejected, and stalled claims that are contributing to the collections backlog. They will research claim failures by reviewing payer responses, clearinghouse rejection codes, eligibility and authorization issues, and missing or incorrect clinical or demographic data, then take corrective action such as rebilling claims, submitting appeals, or escalating payer issues as needed. On a daily basis, they will prioritize high‑dollar and aged accounts, document all follow‑up activity clearly within Epic, and ensure timely resubmission to meet payer filing requirements. Billing specialists will collaborate closely with the Financial Project Manager to flag recurring issues, workflow gaps, or system configuration problems, participate in daily or weekly backlog review huddles, and adjust priorities based on recovery targets. They will also post payments and adjustments accurately, monitor account balances for resolution, and follow standardized procedures designed to improve cash flow, reduce future denials, and support compliance throughout the cleanup effort.