Medical Billing Specialist
Robert Half · Portland, OR · 6 days ago
On-siteHealthcareTemporary
We are looking for a Medical Billing Specialist to support a small healthcare clinic in Portland, Oregon within the local government sector. This is a long-term contract opportunity.
About the role
This role focuses on strengthening billing operations, improving claim accuracy, and promoting compliant reimbursement practices for a targeted set of clinical services. The Medical Billing Specialist will work closely with providers and clinic staff to refine coding workflows, reduce preventable errors, and help establish reliable billing standards.
Responsibilities
- Assess existing billing workflows and identify areas where accuracy, efficiency, and compliance can be improved.
- Monitor billing activity to ensure alignment with 340B program expectations and other applicable healthcare regulations.
- Examine submitted claims, correct discrepancies, and recommend changes that support stronger reimbursement results.
- Advise providers on coding methods, modifier usage, and documentation standards needed for clean claim submission.
- Manage billing activity for a focused volume of clinic services, typically covering approximately 30 to 35 transactions.
- Partner with clinic personnel and leadership to develop practical, repeatable billing procedures that support long-term success.
- Investigate billing issues and implement measures that help minimize denials, rework, and payment delays.
Requirements
- Hands-on experience in medical billing, including claim review, submission, and follow-up.
- Working knowledge of medical coding principles, modifiers, and documentation requirements.
- Familiarity with medical claims processing and reimbursement practices in a clinical setting.
- Understanding of billing compliance standards, including exposure to 340B-related requirements.
- Ability to analyze billing activity, identify errors, and recommend process improvements.
- Experience supporting collections or resolving outstanding claim and payment issues.
- Proficiency with ePaces and related billing systems or payer portals.
Benefits
- Medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance.
- Eligibility to enroll in the company 401(k) plan.
All applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States.