Medical Billing and Coding Specialist

Job Description

Location: Richmond, VA (Hybrid)

We are partnering with a growing healthcare organization in Richmond, Virginia, to hire a skilled and detail-oriented Medical Billing and Coding Specialist. This hybrid role is ideal for a billing and coding professional who understands the critical role accurate coding plays in patient care and revenue integrity. The right candidate brings strong ICD-10 and CPT coding knowledge, insurance billing experience, and a proactive mindset. This is a great opportunity for someone who thrives in a collaborative, fast-paced environment and wants to make an impact on both patient access and financial performance.

Responsibilities:

• Accurately review and code medical records using ICD-10, CPT, and HCPCS codes
• Submit insurance claims and manage follow-up with commercial and government payers
• Investigate and resolve denied or rejected claims through appeals and corrections
• Verify insurance eligibility and coverage prior to services being rendered
• Work cross-functionally with clinical teams to clarify documentation and address coding discrepancies
• Ensure billing and coding practices remain compliant with HIPAA, payer guidelines, and current regulations
• Generate reports, support reconciliation processes, and track claim statuses in billing systems
• Participate in internal audits and assist in maintaining accurate, compliant billing records
• Stay current with coding updates, billing policy changes, and healthcare reimbursement best practices

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent required; associate degree in health administration or related field preferred
• Minimum 2 years of hands-on experience in medical billing and coding, preferably in outpatient or hospital-based settings
• Coding certification strongly preferred (e.g., CPC, CCS, CCA, or equivalent)
• Thorough knowledge of ICD-10, CPT, HCPCS coding, and billing practices for commercial and government payers
• Familiarity with EMR platforms and medical billing systems (e.g., Epic, Cerner, or similar)
• High attention to detail, strong problem-solving abilities, and time management skills
• Effective communicator with the ability to collaborate across clinical and administrative teams
• Able to handle confidential information with discretion and professionalism

Schedule & Work Environment:

• Hybrid schedule: 4 days onsite, 1 day remote
• Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM
• Based in Richmond, VA
• Supportive, team-based environment focused on accuracy, compliance, and patient-centered care

Salary Range: The salary range for this position is $47,000 –  $60,000 a year ($23.00 – $29.00 per hour), based on experience.

Interview Process:

• Initial Screening Call with TalentLNX
• Zoom Interview with Revenue Cycle Management
• Final Onsite Interview with Hiring Manager

Equal Opportunity Employer: TalentLNX is committed to equal employment opportunity and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. We are dedicated to building a diverse workforce and fostering an inclusive work environment where all employees and candidates are treated with respect and dignity. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or any other protected status under applicable law. We actively seek to recruit, develop, and retain talented individuals from diverse backgrounds, and we encourage all qualified candidates to apply for our job opportunities.