Medical Billing Specialist

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**** JOB SUMMARY
** The Medical Billing Specialist is responsible for the timely and accurate preparation of claims within their access for submission to Medicare, Medicaid and Third party carriers. Preparation of claims include, but are not limited to, researching, learning, maintaining and applying new and changing regulations as mandated by Federal and Third Party Payors to maximize reimbursement and ensure compliance. Providing education to other hospital personnel of regulations & requirements and the impact it has on reimbursement and billing.

The Medical Billing Specialists are responsible for comprehensive follow-up with payers on timely reimbursements for accounts. The Medical Billing Specialist lives the Mission, Vision, Values and Philosophy of the department and Saint Francis Healthcare System. Constantly works with and maintains restricted or confidential information from many sources within the medical center. Any and all jobs as assigned by Assistant Manager, Manager or Director.
** JOB DETAILS AND REQUIREMENTS
** Type:  Full Time (80 hours per 2 week pay period, with benefits)
Typical hours for this position:  Monday-Friday 8:00am-4:30pm;
No weekends or holidays

Remote work
** Will ONLY consider candidates from the following states: MO, IL, AR
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* Education:

High School Diploma or equivalent required

Certification & Licensures:

- 1 year experience in the healthcare or accounting setting, or  - Applicant has successfully completed medical coding and/or billing course(s)

Experience:

- 3-5 year related experience (healthcare or accounting) preferred  - 1-3 years direct experience involving claims, insurance, or patient accounting preferred

Saint Francis Healthcare System is committed to a compensation philosophy that aligns to the fiftieth percentile of the marketplace, while also crediting applicable and/or relevant work experience when computing compensation offers for selected candidates. Internal equity is factored into all offers presented to candidates.

Minimum hourly rate: $15.00/hour

A relevant and up to date general benefits description may be found on our website:
** ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
** Saint Francis Healthcare System began in 1875 when three courageous Franciscan Sisters answered a call to care for those in need. What started as a 12‑bed hospital has grown into the region’s leading healthcare system—recognized nationally for exceptional quality, safety, and patient experience.

Today, Saint Francis serves more than
** 715,000 people
** across five states. With a
** 306‑bed Medical Center**, nearly
** 3,000 team members**, and over
** 300 providers**, Saint Francis is not only the largest healthcare system between St. Louis and Memphis—it’s a powerful economic anchor for the communities it serves.

You’ll find more than
** 50 specialties**, the region’s
** only Level III Emergency and Trauma Center**, and southeast Missouri’s first
** Level III NICU**. The system’s employed physician group, Saint Francis Medical Partners, supports more than 40 outreach clinics and 70% of the area’s primary care providers.
** A Mission That Matters
** At Saint Francis, you’re not just doing a job - you’re part of a Catholic healing ministry rooted in compassion, dignity, and service. Every action is inspired by a commitment to honor human life and care for every person who walks through the doors.
** Mission
* * To provide a ministry of healing, wellness, quality, and love inspired by our faith in Jesus Christ.
** Vision
* * To be a leading Catholic healthcare system that celebrates and protects the gift of life by providing exceptional patient outcomes in quality, safety, access and value.
** Values You Can Feel Every Day**
* ** Integrity:
** Doing what’s right, even when no one is watching
* ** Stewardship:
** Managing resources wisely for the future
* ** Faith:
** Believing in a purpose greater than ourselves
* ** Hope:
** Lifting up those who feel discouraged
* ** Joy:
** Serving others with a grateful, happy heart
* ** Compassion:
** Seeing others through Christ's eyes
* ** Excellence:
** Always striving to be the best
* ** Dignity:
**…