Medical Insurance Associate - UI Health, Revenue Cycle

Overview

Medical Insurance Associate - UI Health, Revenue Cycle

Location:

Chicago, IL USA

Department:
Revenue Cycle

Requisition

FTE: 1

Work Schedule:

Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Shift: Days

Number of Positions: 4

Workplace Type:
Hybrid

Posting Close Date:
July 18, 2026

Salary Range (commensurate with experience): $26.92 - $41.62 / Hourly

This position is intended to be eligible for benefits, including health, dental, vision, life insurance, a retirement plan, paid time off, and tuition waivers for employees and dependents.

The University of Illinois Hospital & Health Sciences System (UI Health) provides comprehensive care, education, and research to the people of Illinois and beyond. A part of the University of Illinois Chicago (UIC), UI Health comprises a clinical enterprise that includes a Joint Commission-accredited tertiary care hospital and outpatient clinics, and the Mile Square Health Center network of federally qualified health centers.

It also includes the seven UIC health science colleges: the College of Applied Health Sciences; the College of Dentistry; the School of Public Health; the Jane Addams College of Social Work; and the Colleges of Medicine, Pharmacy, and Nursing, including regional campuses in Peoria, Quad Cities, Rockford, Springfield, and Urbana. UI Health is dedicated to the pursuit of health equity.

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This position is eligible for benefits; this includes Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, a Retirement Plan, Paid Time Off, and Tuition waivers for employees and dependents.

• Takes the necessary action to complete, bill, collect or adjudicate moderately complex medical claims
• Schedules internal referral appointments in the billing system per protocol
• Posts and adjusts benefits or financial records for individuals utilizing the program
• Interprets standard codes provided by agencies or providers and adjudicates procedures accordingly
• Reviews and analyzes itemized bills or claim forms for consistency and investigates discrepancies to complete adjudication or billing
• Trains Medical Insurance Representatives and related support staff
• Serves as a liaison between insurance and providers to ensure coverage and benefits before treatment; assists in securing and scheduling referrals, pre-authorizations, or pre-certifications
• Assists in counseling patients, students, and parents about plan eligibility, benefits, and enrollment
• Collects, reviews, and analyzes payment, capitation, adjustment, or denial records and posts or adjusts records as required
• Reviews billing data for accuracy and completeness and makes necessary corrections
• Performs duties consistent with the lower level of the series
• Performs other related duties and participates in special projects as assigned

Note:

This section provides context on the role and the application process; apply through the designated online portal and ensure all sections are completed with relevant details. The organization adheres to equal employment opportunity principles. Illinois residency may be required within 180 days of employment.

The University of Illinois System is an equal opportunity employer, including but not limited to disability and/or veteran status, and complies with all applicable state and federal employment mandates. See Required Employment Notices and Posters for the non-discrimination statement and information about background checks, sexual harassment/misconduct disclosures, and E-Verify.