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Billing and Follow Up Specialist

Claxton, GA · Remote

$20 - $23/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

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... to insurance companies · Review and verify patient information and insurance coverage. · ... remote workplace.

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Insurance Follow-up Agent

Sterling, VA · On-site +1

The job of the Recovery Specialist (insurance billing and collections) is to reconcile aged ... Creative talk offs, effective negotiation skills and proper follow up habits * Compliance with ...

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Denials & AR Follow-Up Specialist

Greenville, SC · Remote

$26 - $32/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

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  • Life

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  • PTO

Clearinghouse Accepted Insurance Accepted Submitted Medicare Crossover Follow-Up Review Denial ... Remote Hours: 40 hours/week, Monday-Friday (EST) 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM (1-hour lunch) or 8:00 AM - 4:30 ...

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Remote Denials & AR Follow-Up Specialist

Houston, TX · Remote

$26 - $32/hr

  • Medical

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Experience with payer portals and insurance claim resolution * Ability to work independently with ... remote position. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Aug 14, 2026. About ...

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... Specialist's position including how to process both Repairs and Non-Repairs ... Has extensive knowledge of the process and insurance guidelines to secure funding for Durable ...

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How much do remote insurance follow up specialist jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 18, 2026, the average yearly pay for remote insurance follow up specialist in the United States is $57,372.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $38,500.00 and $74,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a remote insurance follow up specialist do?

A Remote Insurance Follow Up Specialist is responsible for contacting insurance companies to resolve issues with outstanding medical claims. They work remotely to ensure that healthcare providers receive timely payments by tracking claims, verifying coverage, and addressing denials or discrepancies. Their role is crucial in optimizing revenue cycles for medical practices and ensuring accurate reimbursement. They often communicate with both insurers and healthcare staff, utilizing electronic health records and billing systems to manage claim statuses.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a remote insurance follow up specialist?

To thrive as a Remote Insurance Follow Up Specialist, you need a solid understanding of medical billing, insurance procedures, and claims processing, often supported by experience in healthcare administration or a related certification. Familiarity with healthcare management software, electronic health records (EHRs), and claims tracking systems is typically required. Excellent attention to detail, persistence, and strong verbal and written communication skills are essential soft skills for effective follow-up and problem resolution. These skills ensure accurate reimbursement, timely claim resolution, and maintain positive relationships between providers, payers, and patients.

What are some common challenges faced by remote insurance follow up specialists, and how can they be managed?

One of the main challenges for Remote Insurance Follow Up Specialists is staying organized while managing multiple claims and follow-up tasks simultaneously. Working remotely can also create communication hurdles with team members and insurance representatives. To overcome these, specialists often rely on robust tracking systems, clear documentation, and regular virtual check-ins with their teams. Staying updated on changing insurance policies and guidelines is also essential for resolving claim denials efficiently and ensuring timely reimbursements.

What is the difference between Remote Insurance Follow Up Specialist vs Remote Claims Processor?

AspectRemote Insurance Follow Up SpecialistRemote Claims Processor
CredentialsInsurance knowledge, customer service skillsInsurance policies, claims processing experience
Work EnvironmentHome office, insurance company or third-party providerHome office, insurance company or claims center
Employer & IndustryInsurance providers, third-party administratorsInsurance companies, claims departments
Primary FocusFollowing up on pending claims, customer communicationReviewing, processing, and adjudicating claims

The Remote Insurance Follow Up Specialist primarily focuses on communicating with clients and insurers to follow up on pending claims, ensuring timely resolution. In contrast, the Remote Claims Processor handles the detailed review and processing of insurance claims. Both roles require insurance knowledge and are commonly performed remotely within the insurance industry, but they differ in daily tasks and responsibilities.

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Infographic showing various Remote Insurance Follow Up Specialist job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 100% Full Time. Highlights an 100% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $57,372 per year, or $27.6 per hour.

AR Follow Up Denials Specialist - Denial & Appeals Mgmt

Lakeland Regional Health

Lakeland, FL • On-site, Remote

$17.84 - $20.53/hr

Full-time

Re-posted 19 days ago

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Company rating: 7.2 out of 10

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Job description

Position Details
Lakeland Regional Health is a leading medical center located in Central Florida. With a legacy spanning over a century, we have been dedicated to serving our community with excellence in healthcare. As the only designated Level 1 Trauma Center for Polk, Highlands, and Hardee counties, and the second busiest Emergency Department in the US, we are committed to providing high-quality care to our diverse patient population. Our facility is licensed for 910 beds and handles over 200,000 emergency room visits annually, along with 49,000 inpatient admissions, 21,000 surgical cases, 4,000 births, and 101,000 outpatient visits.
Active - Benefit Eligible and Accrues Time Off
Work Hours per Biweekly Pay Period: 80.00
Shift: Monday - Friday 8:00 am to 4:30 pm
Location: Remote worker after training at 210 South Florida Avenue Lakeland, FL
Pay Rate: Min $17.84 Mid $20.53Position Summary
Demonstrates commitment to the promises, vision, core purpose/mission and goals of LRMC, modeling the values and culture. Works under the supervision of the PFS Supervisor. The AR Follow and Denials Specialist is responsible for collecting payments for outstanding hospital claims, managing accounts, researching denials, submitting corrected claim requests, submitting appeals, and ensuring payments received are reconciled correctly with emphasis place on HIPAA compliance and in accordance with departmental goals, SOP's, and contract terms. Responsible for adhering to all Federal regulations and maintaining current knowledge of all Insurance guidelines. Escalates payer denials trends or claims issues to the PFS Leadership Team to address with the payer. Identifies trends, system issues, and potential process improvements to avoid future delays and denials.
Position Responsibilities
Standard Work: AR Follow Up Denials Specialist
  • Actively participates in team development, achieving dashboards, and in accomplishing department goals and objectives
  • Responsible for all aspects of follow up and collections on accounts. This includes making outbound calls to payers and accessing payer websites.
  • Collect payments for outstanding claims and ensure payments received are reconciled correctly.
  • Confirm the claim expected reimbursement information to ensure claims are paid correctly. Follows department's process for follow up on underpayments/overpayments.
  • Research and prepare responses for payor requests for additional information or documentation.
  • Submits corrected claim rebill requests to the PFS Billing team when necessary to send to the insurance payer with correct information and ensures payment is received and claims are paid per contract
  • Research denials and works with other departments such as Coding, Billing, CDM, UM, ect. to resolve denial.
  • Submits the insurance reconsideration/appeals with supporting documentation in a timely manner and follow up with insurance to ensure receipt and processing. Follows insurance payer claims and appeals timely filing guidelines.
  • Communicate clearly and professionally, in both written and verbal manners with internal personnel, payors, providers, patients, and other authorized representatives in regards to outstanding balances.
  • Responsible for adequately working correspondence timely and efficiently (including EOBs, RA's, denial letters).
  • Maintain knowledge of current government and carrier regulations, policies, manuals relevant to the industry.
  • Identify and report trends in carrier payments and denials, which includes documentation of actions taken to resolve issues. Follows internal escalation process when necessary.
  • Identify complex and aged claims issues and follows internal escalation process appropriately.
  • Maintain patient confidentiality and privacy; adheres to HIPAA standards.
  • Organizes job functions and work assignments to be able to effectively complete assignments within established time frames.
  • Must meet department Productivity Guidelines. Works with all areas of the department to assure maximum productivity. Utilizes the PFS Productivity tracker.
  • Demonstrates knowledge of all equipment and systems/technology necessary to complete duties and responsibilities.
  • Other duties, responsibilities, and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice.
Competencies & Skills
Essential:
  • Four years general Patient Accounting experience including understanding of Managed Care contracts and claims analysis. Understanding of Medicaid, Medicaid Manage Care, Medicare, Medicare Advantage plans, Commercial, Liability, and Workers' Compensation payers and their guidelines. Knowledge of healthcare rules and regulations.
  • An overall understanding of the appeals processes through completion.
  • Ability to read/interpret EOB's
  • Working knowledge of Word, Excel or other Microsoft applications. Good analytical skills for problem solving, typing of 40 WPM and data entry.
  • Knowledge of Accounting Principles; analytical mathematical skills, professional customer service communication skills.
  • Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; Meets productivity standards; Completes work in timely manner.
  • Consistently shows ability to recognize and deal with priorities. Adapts to changes in the work environment; Able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events.
  • Knowledge of HIPAA guidelines.
  • Demonstrates good judgment and reasoning when investigating and solving problems. Good critical thinking skills.
  • Ability to prioritize and manage time effectively.
Nonessential:
  • Ability to prioritize and manage time effectively.
Qualifications & Experience
Essential:
  • High School or Equivalent
Nonessential:
  • Associate Degree

Nonessential:
  • Business or Healthcare Administration

Other information:
Experience Essential:
- Two years general patient accounting experience. Experience working with and general understanding of Medicaid, Medicaid Manage Care, Medicare, Medicare Advantage plans, Commercial, Liability, and Workers' Compensation payors.
Experience Preferred:
- Four years general patient accounting experience. Experience working with and general understanding of Medicaid, Medicaid Manage Care, Medicare, Medicare Advantage plans, Commercial, Liability, and Workers' Compensation payors.
Certifications Preferred:
- AAHAM or HFMA certification

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