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Insurance Follow Up Rep

Mountain Management Services Chattanooga, Tennessee
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The posted compensation range of $16.42 - $23.19 /hour is a reasonable estimate that extends from the lowest to the highest pay CommonSpirit in good faith believes it might pay for this particular job, based on the circumstances at the time of posting. CommonSpirit may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range as permitted by law.

Requisition ID 2025-447604 Employment Type Full Time Department Insurance Services Hours/Pay Period 80 Shift Day Weekly Schedule M-F Remote No Category Accounting and Finance

Job Summary and Responsibilities

As an Insurance Follow Up Rep, you will resolve unpaid insurance claims and collect outstanding balances from third-party payers.

Every day you will review denials, initiate follow-up with insurers, rectify billing errors, submit appeals, and negotiate for maximum reimbursement.

To be successful, you will understand billing regulations, possess strong problem-solving skills, and communicate effectively to optimize revenue recovery.

  • Follows-up with insurance payers to research and resolve unpaid insurance accounts receivable; makes necessary corrections in the practice management system to ensure appropriate reimbursement is received for all FMG providers.
  • Applies a thorough understanding/interpretation of Explanation of Benefits (EOBs) and remittance advices, including when and how to ensure that correct and appropriate payment has been received.
  • Communicates effectively over the phone and through written correspondence to explain why a balance is outstanding, denied and/or underpaid using accurate and supported reasoning based on EOBs, reimbursement, and payer specific requirements.
  • Resubmits claims with necessary information when requested through paper or electronic methods.
  • Anticipates potential areas of concern within the follow-up function; identify issues/trends and conducts staff training to address and rectify.
  • Recognizes when additional assistance is needed to resolve insurance balances and escalates appropriately and timely through defined communication and escalation channels.

Job Requirements

Required

  • High School Graduate, upon hire or
  • High School GED, upon hire 


Preferred

  • Other Graduation from a post-high school program in medical billing or other business-related field and Two years of revenue cycle or related work experience that demonstrates attainment of the requisite job knowledge and abilities. , upon hire
Where You'll Work

CHI Memorial Medical Group (Mountain Management Services), a member of CommonSpirit Health, is a leading provider of comprehensive office management services for Memorial Health Partners and affiliated physicians in Southeast Tennessee and North Georgia. Our award-winning, faith-based organization is dedicated to supporting the delivery of exceptional healthcare in the region. We are proud to be consistently recognized for excellence by organizations like U.S. News & World Report, PINC AI™, CMS, Healthgrades®, Leapfrog, and as one of the Best Places to Work in Tennessee. We are honored to be your trusted ally in health, dedicated to serving our community with compassion and excellence.

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