What are the responsibilities and job description for the Medical Biller/ Accounts Receivable Specialist position at TEKsystems?
*Medical Biller/ Accounts Receivable Specialist *
*Schedule*: Monday - Friday 8am-4:30pm
Responsible for timely and accurate follow-up on unpaid and denied insurance claims to ensure maximum reimbursement. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, analytical, and proactive in resolving claim issues while identifying trends to prevent future denials.
*Day-to-Day Responsibilities*
* Manage daily workloads through EPIC work queues and ATB reports to efficiently resolve aging accounts.
* Prioritize accounts based on claim age and outstanding balance, focusing first on high-dollar and oldest receivables.
* Review account activity to assess payment status, identify denials, and determine appropriate follow-up actions.
* Investigate and resolve insurance denials by researching root causes and implementing corrective measures.
* Request and coordinate medical records as needed, collaborating with the Medical Records team and uploading supporting documentation to payer portals.
* Communicate with insurance carriers to resolve unpaid or denied claims, obtain claim status updates, and clarify coverage or processing issues.
* Contact patients to verify, update, or correct Coordination of Benefits (COB) information.
* Complete all required follow-up activities to ensure claims are processed accurately and reimbursement is received in a timely manner.
* Monitor denial and follow-up trends to identify recurring issues and opportunities for improvement.
*Required Experience:*
* Previous 3 years experience in medical billing, accounts receivable, or insurance follow-up
* Strong understanding of claim denials, follow-up processes, and insurance reimbursement
* Ability to analyze data and identify trends related to claim issues
* Experience working with electronic health record (EHR) systems, preferably EPIC
*Job Type & Location*This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Chesapeake, VA.
*Pay and Benefits*The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $22.00/hr.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job
classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be
subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits
available for this temporary role may include the following:
* Medical, dental & vision
* Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
* 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
* Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
* Short and long-term disability
* Health Spending Account (HSA)
* Transportation benefits
* Employee Assistance Program
* Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
*Workplace Type*This is a fully onsite position in Chesapeake,VA.
*Application Deadline*This position is anticipated to close on Aug 5, 2026.
About TEKsystems
We're partners in transformation. We help clients activate ideas and solutions to take advantage of a new world of opportunity. We are a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 clients, including 80% of the Fortune 500, across North America, Europe and Asia. As an industry leader in Full-Stack Technology Services, Talent Services, and real-world application, we work with progressive leaders to drive change. That's the power of true partnership. TEKsystems is an Allegis Group company.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
About TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services
We're a leading provider of business and technology services. We accelerate business transformation for our customers. Our expertise in strategy, design, execution and operations unlocks business value through a range of solutions. We're a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 customers, including 80% of the Fortune 500 across North America, Europe and Asia, who partner with us for our scale, full-stack capabilities and speed. We're strategic thinkers, hands-on collaborators, helping customers capitalize on change and master the momentum of technology. We're building tomorrow by delivering business outcomes and making positive impacts in our global communities. TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services are Allegis Group companies. Learn more at TEKsystems.com.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
*San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:* Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
*Massachusetts Lie Detector:* It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.
*Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):* We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.
*Schedule*: Monday - Friday 8am-4:30pm
Responsible for timely and accurate follow-up on unpaid and denied insurance claims to ensure maximum reimbursement. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, analytical, and proactive in resolving claim issues while identifying trends to prevent future denials.
*Day-to-Day Responsibilities*
* Manage daily workloads through EPIC work queues and ATB reports to efficiently resolve aging accounts.
* Prioritize accounts based on claim age and outstanding balance, focusing first on high-dollar and oldest receivables.
* Review account activity to assess payment status, identify denials, and determine appropriate follow-up actions.
* Investigate and resolve insurance denials by researching root causes and implementing corrective measures.
* Request and coordinate medical records as needed, collaborating with the Medical Records team and uploading supporting documentation to payer portals.
* Communicate with insurance carriers to resolve unpaid or denied claims, obtain claim status updates, and clarify coverage or processing issues.
* Contact patients to verify, update, or correct Coordination of Benefits (COB) information.
* Complete all required follow-up activities to ensure claims are processed accurately and reimbursement is received in a timely manner.
* Monitor denial and follow-up trends to identify recurring issues and opportunities for improvement.
*Required Experience:*
* Previous 3 years experience in medical billing, accounts receivable, or insurance follow-up
* Strong understanding of claim denials, follow-up processes, and insurance reimbursement
* Ability to analyze data and identify trends related to claim issues
* Experience working with electronic health record (EHR) systems, preferably EPIC
*Job Type & Location*This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Chesapeake, VA.
*Pay and Benefits*The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $22.00/hr.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job
classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be
subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits
available for this temporary role may include the following:
* Medical, dental & vision
* Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
* 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
* Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
* Short and long-term disability
* Health Spending Account (HSA)
* Transportation benefits
* Employee Assistance Program
* Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
*Workplace Type*This is a fully onsite position in Chesapeake,VA.
*Application Deadline*This position is anticipated to close on Aug 5, 2026.
About TEKsystems
We're partners in transformation. We help clients activate ideas and solutions to take advantage of a new world of opportunity. We are a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 clients, including 80% of the Fortune 500, across North America, Europe and Asia. As an industry leader in Full-Stack Technology Services, Talent Services, and real-world application, we work with progressive leaders to drive change. That's the power of true partnership. TEKsystems is an Allegis Group company.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
About TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services
We're a leading provider of business and technology services. We accelerate business transformation for our customers. Our expertise in strategy, design, execution and operations unlocks business value through a range of solutions. We're a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 customers, including 80% of the Fortune 500 across North America, Europe and Asia, who partner with us for our scale, full-stack capabilities and speed. We're strategic thinkers, hands-on collaborators, helping customers capitalize on change and master the momentum of technology. We're building tomorrow by delivering business outcomes and making positive impacts in our global communities. TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services are Allegis Group companies. Learn more at TEKsystems.com.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
*San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:* Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
*Massachusetts Lie Detector:* It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.
*Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):* We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.
Salary : $20 - $22