Job Title: Medical Bills Specialist - Workers' Compensation
Classification: FT - Non-Exempt
Department: Workers' Compensation Support Team
Horwitz, Horwitz, and Associates is a progressive family-owned law firm located in Chicago's loop, who has represented Illinois' injured for over three generations. We are passionate about seeking justice for those who have been injured and who may have been previously denied representation. We are seeking to fill the role of Medical Bills Specialist with our Firm.
About the Role:
The Medical Bills Specialist is responsible for gathering, maintaining and documenting our clients' medical bills in preparation for trial or settlement of a case. The ideal candidate for this role will contribute to high team morale with excellent communication and organizational skills, is detail-oriented and thrives in a fast paced and high-volume work environment.
Duties and Responsibilities: include the following but are not limited to:
- Review and analyze client medical records and bills for accuracy and identification of possible missing providers and dates of service.
- Create comprehensive lists of medical providers in order to obtain all relevant medical bills.
- Obtain and document all medical bills related to the clients' case.
- Maintain and update case related notes, including pertinent medical bill details, in the appropriate database.
- Create a final billing summary showing detailed breakdown of the total charges, payments made, and any unpaid balances.
- Ensure invoices are submitted, processed, and documented accurately and in a timely manner.
- Demonstrate flexibility to shift priorities at the direction of the lead attorney based on the case flow and changing deadlines.
- Adhere to deadlines and maintain database calendar(s).
- Exhibit strong time management by prioritizing competing tasks.
- Maintain positive working relationships internally and with third parties.
Success Factors/Qualifications:
- Required Experience: 1-year minimum experience in medical billing/coding or workers' compensation medical records/bills.
- Experience in a workers' compensation firm a plus.
- Knowledge of medical terminology, regulations, confidentiality, and HIPAA compliance is a plus.
- Experience with Microsoft 365 suite, with proficiency in Excel, highly preferred.
- Able to work both independently and contribute to a positive team environment.
- Self-motivated and goal driven.
- Strong analytical and critical thinking skills.
- Effective written and verbal communications skills.
- Superior attention to detail and a high level of organization skills.
- Commitment to providing outstanding customer service to both internally and externally.
Salary & Benefits:
- Compensation range is $43,000 - $48,000 annually and depends on experience.
- Health Insurance - HHA covers 100% of Employee Only premium.
- Dental, Vision & Gift Life Insurance.
- Pre-Tax Flex & Transit Benefits.
- 401k & Profit Sharing.
- Paid Time Off (Birthday & Holidays).
- Casual dress code and engaging work environment.
- Great location near public transit, parks, and shopping.
- Potential to work a hybrid schedule after onboarding period.