Medical Billing and Coding Specialist (Full-time)

Bright Light Medical Imaging•Arlington Heights, IL

9d•Onsite

About The Position

Bright Light Medical Imaging is a physician-led, multi-location imaging center where professionals don’t just work—they belong. We foster a supportive, team-driven culture that feels like family, where every member is valued, respected, and empowered to grow. With cutting-edge technology, opportunities for advancement, and a workplace built on integrity and compassion, our team loves coming to work each day. Employees here aren’t just colleagues; they’re part of something bigger—a community that truly cares. If you’re looking for a career where your skills are valued, your contributions matter, and you feel at home, Bright Light is the place for you. WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR: Medical Billing and Coding Specialist (Full-time) Location: Onsite Arlington Heights Days/Hours: Monday- Friday, 9:00 am - 5:30 pm WHAT A TYPICAL DAY LOOKS LIKE: Verify insurance eligibility Translate information from medical records into standardized code sets like ICD-10 and CPT, compliant with coding guidelines Create, review claims, and submit clean claims to the insurance provider. Manage accounts receivable Monitor claim status, follow up on unpaid claims, and initiate appeals for denied claims promptly Investigate and resolve discrepancies in patients' accounts, including correcting billing-related errors Follow up with Doctors and other clinical staff for any missing information as it pertains to billing Process and post patient and insurance payments Support departmental communications with billing calls, emails and chats Handle patient phone calls and resolve patient billing questions Explain benefits or answer any other insurance-related questions from patients Resolve any patient complaints in a professional and courteous manner Other duties and responsibilities as assigned QUALITIES YOU SHOULD POSSESS: Solid, concise verbal and written communication skills Ability to meet strict deadlines Highly focused on detail, exceptional organizational abilities Flexibility to adapt quickly to any disruptions or changes in the day Ability to be resourceful and self-reliant to take initiative making decisions when issues arise Multitasking and time management skills, with ability to prioritize tasks Possess information research skills Solid understanding of medical terminologies, coding and billing procedures EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE & REQUIREMENTS : High School Diploma or GED Certificate Knowledge of medical terminology Medical Coding experience required Familiar with coding systems: CPT and ICD-10 Attention to detail: Ability to accurately review and interpret medical records for billing and coding purposes Prior claims, appeals, and denial experience performed in a medical/office setting Experience with electronic health records (EHR), medical billing software and practice management systems Intermediate level of Microsoft Office applications B E NEFITS & PERKS: Competitive pay and growth opportunities Paid on-site training 401(k) with company match, when eligible Multiple private health insurance options Paid time off plus designated holidays Annual uniform allowance Quarterly appreciation breakfast/lunch Bright Light Medical Imaging is impacted by the use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) from vendors such as Indeed, Zip Recruiter, Glassdoor and LinkedIn as a result of these vendors’ presentation of received resumes in their portal. All listed points are essential functions of the job unless identified with an

Requirements

Solid, concise verbal and written communication skills
Ability to meet strict deadlines
Highly focused on detail, exceptional organizational abilities
Flexibility to adapt quickly to any disruptions or changes in the day
Ability to be resourceful and self-reliant to take initiative making decisions when issues arise
Multitasking and time management skills, with ability to prioritize tasks
Possess information research skills
Solid understanding of medical terminologies, coding and billing procedures
High School Diploma or GED Certificate
Knowledge of medical terminology
Medical Coding experience required
Familiar with coding systems: CPT and ICD-10
Attention to detail: Ability to accurately review and interpret medical records for billing and coding purposes
Prior claims, appeals, and denial experience performed in a medical/office setting
Experience with electronic health records (EHR), medical billing software and practice management systems
Intermediate level of Microsoft Office applications

Responsibilities

Verify insurance eligibility
Translate information from medical records into standardized code sets like ICD-10 and CPT, compliant with coding guidelines
Create, review claims, and submit clean claims to the insurance provider.
Manage accounts receivable
Monitor claim status, follow up on unpaid claims, and initiate appeals for denied claims promptly
Investigate and resolve discrepancies in patients' accounts, including correcting billing-related errors
Follow up with Doctors and other clinical staff for any missing information as it pertains to billing
Process and post patient and insurance payments
Support departmental communications with billing calls, emails and chats
Handle patient phone calls and resolve patient billing questions
Explain benefits or answer any other insurance-related questions from patients
Resolve any patient complaints in a professional and courteous manner
Other duties and responsibilities as assigned