Remote Medical Billing Jobs (Claims, Coding & Insurance)
Process medical insurance claims from home. Most positions pay $17–$27/hr with training available for entry-level candidates willing to learn billing fundamentals.
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Quick Facts
- Medical billing has more job openings than specialized billing roles because every healthcare provider needs billers. You can work in physician practices, hospitals, billing companies, or health systems.
- Entry-level opportunities exist with on-the-job training, especially at large billing companies. Many employers will train you on CPT and ICD-10 codes if you have strong administrative skills.
- No clinical license required, and certification is optional but helpful. Medical office experience (front desk, MA, scheduler) translates directly to billing roles and gives you an advantage.
Your Career Journey
A Day in the Life
Your morning starts by logging into the billing system and reviewing the claim queue—perhaps 40-60 claims from recent patient visits that need submission. You verify each claim has correct CPT procedure codes, ICD-10 diagnosis codes, patient demographics, and insurance information before sending them electronically through the clearinghouse. Mid-morning shifts to follow-up work: checking claim status on insurance portals, calling payers about pending claims, and resubmitting rejected claims with corrections. After lunch, you post payments from overnight deposits—insurance EOBs and patient payments—ensuring everything reconciles properly. You might spend an hour appealing several denied claims, gathering medical records and writing letters of medical necessity. Throughout the day, you answer questions from the medical office about insurance eligibility, coverage issues, or patient balances. You also process pre-authorizations for upcoming procedures. Most days follow a predictable rhythm, though month-end reporting and insurance policy changes keep things interesting.
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What You'll Do & What You'll Need
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Daily Responsibilities
Daily tasks for remote medical billing specialists typically include:
- Submit medical insurance claims electronically using practice management and billing software
- Review claims for accuracy, ensuring CPT procedure codes and ICD-10 diagnosis codes match documentation
- Follow up on unpaid, pending, or denied claims with insurance companies via phone and online portals
- Post insurance payments, patient payments, and adjustments to correct patient accounts
- Process pre-authorizations and referrals for procedures, specialist visits, and diagnostic tests
- Appeal denied or underpaid claims with supporting medical records and documentation
- Generate accounts receivable reports and identify aging claims requiring attention
- Communicate with medical offices, providers, and patients about billing questions, coverage issues, and payment status
Requirements
Most remote medical billing positions require:
Must Have
- High school diploma or GED equivalent
- 1–2 years of medical office experience (front desk, MA, billing, or administrative)
- Understanding of medical terminology and common procedures
- Knowledge of CPT codes, ICD-10 diagnosis codes, and medical insurance fundamentals
- Reliable high-speed internet (minimum 10 Mbps) and HIPAA-compliant home workspace
- Proficiency with medical billing software or practice management systems
Nice to Have
- Certified Professional Biller (CPB) or Certified Medical Reimbursement Specialist (CMRS)
- Experience with major insurance portals (UnitedHealthcare, Anthem, Aetna, Cigna)
- Understanding of Medicare, Medicaid, commercial insurance, and managed care plans
- Familiarity with clearinghouses (Availity, Change Healthcare, Waystar)
- Previous experience with accounts receivable management, collections, or payment plans
- Knowledge of HIPAA privacy regulations and compliance requirements
- Bilingual (Spanish) - can add $2-4/hr to base pay depending on market
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