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EMS Billing Specialist

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About Us: At Paramedic Services of Illinois, we are dedicated to providing compassionate and high-quality emergency medical care to our community.

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Finance & AccountingOtherBilling Specialist
About Us:
At Paramedic Services of Illinois, we are dedicated to providing compassionate and high-quality emergency medical care to our community. Our company culture is centered around the belief that every individual deserves prompt and professional medical attention delivered with empathy and respect.

Position Summary:
The Ambulance Billing Specialist is responsible for managing the full lifecycle of ambulance claims, with an emphasis on accurate payment posting, resolution of insurance and patient claim denials, and applying basic medical coding knowledge to ensure compliance and maximum reimbursement. This role requires strong attention to detail, excellent problem-solving skills, and familiarity with EMS/ambulance billing practices.
  • Review, prepare, and submit ambulance transport claims to Medicare, Medicaid, commercial insurance, and other payers.
  • Verify patient insurance coverage, eligibility, and benefits for EMS transport services.
  • Apply appropriate ambulance/EMS HCPCS, CPT, and ICD-10 codes to ensure clean claims submission.
  • Post electronic remittance advices (ERAs), explanation of benefits (EOBs), and patient payments accurately into the billing system.
  • Reconcile daily deposits to posted payments for accuracy and completeness.
  • Identify payer trends in underpayments or misapplied payments.
  • Research and resolve claim denials, rejections, and underpayments.
  • Prepare and submit corrected claims, appeals, or additional documentation as required by payers.
  • Track and follow up on outstanding or appealed claims until resolved.
  • Communicate effectively with payers, patients, and internal staff regarding claim status.
  • Maintain compliance with HIPAA, CMS, and state-specific EMS billing regulations.
  • Document billing activities and maintain accurate records for auditing purposes.
  • Generate and review aging reports, denial reports, and payment posting summaries.
  • Ambulance billing experience is a must.
  • 5+ years of experience in ambulance/EMS billing, medical billing, or revenue cycle management.
  • Working knowledge of ambulance-specific coding (HCPCS Level II, CPT, ICD-10).
  • Proficiency in claim denial resolution, payment posting, and payer follow-up.
  • Familiarity with clearinghouses, ERAs, and electronic billing software.
  • Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and ability to work independently.
  • Certified Ambulance Coder (CAC), Certified Professional Coder (CPC), or other revenue cycle certification.
  • Experience with EMS billing software (e.g., Zoll Billing)
  • Knowledge of Medicare, Medicaid, and Illinois-specific ambulance billing guidelines, knowledge of other State specific guidelines a plus!
  • Employment Type: Full-time, (34-hour work week). On-Site.
  • Compensation: From $26/hour. Competitive hourly pay based on experience.
  • Benefits: Health, dental, vision, 401(k), paid time off, professional development opportunities.

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    Posted
    August 14, 2024
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    March 26, 2026
    Last seen
    April 24, 2026

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