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Tracy G.

Perris, California

$25/hr
5.0
23 jobs

I was a business owner and entrepreneur for 13 years in the fields of Real Estate, Construction and Restaurant Industry. I am able to juggle and multi-task responsibilities. I believe in the pro-active approach and can work alone without supervision and can successfully communicate with a team. I have experience in bookkeeping, project management, and various administrative affairs. I am a Certified Professional Coder and Certified Professional Biller by the AAPC and have experience in Medical Coding and Billing for a Primary Care Practice as well.

  • Data Entry
  • Medical Billing & Coding
  • Intuit QuickBooks
  • Microsoft Excel
  • Typing
  • WordPress
  • Administrative Support
  • EMR Data Entry
  • Google Workspace
  • Intuit Quicken
  • Microsoft Office
Victoria M.

La Palma, California

$135/hr
5.0
81 jobs

Certified medical coder partnering with provider organizations to optimize outcomes by - Outsourced medical coding and medical billing (CIRCC, I/P, O/P, PHP, ASC, HH, SNF, CC, ED, Imaging, Cath Lab, Interventional Cardiology) - Credentialing with Medicare, Medicaid and Commercial payers (including delegated groups) - Performance measures documentation - Streamlining practice workflows - Engaging stakeholders through education - Providing feedback via periodic chart audits - Re-engineering templates through CDI - Reimbursement analysis to identify gaps - Development of periodic executive level reports - Reports generation for presentation to Board - Revenue Cycle Improvements - Electronic health record template creation / updates - Compliance program - Staff training, development and mentoring - Cost reporting file support - wRVU reporting - Data analysis - Charge master Analysis of your productivity and customization of reporting from your system. Certifications: CCS, CCS-P, CIRCC, CDEO, CMARS, CICA, CPC-I, CPC Datasets: CPT-4, ICD-10-CM, ICD-10-PCS, ICD-9-CM, HCPCS Level II, RXNORM, NDC, LOINC, SNOMED CT, HL7, HSLOC, ICF, CVX, IS-A, HCPCS Level III, SDOH SYSTEMS: EPIC, CPSI, 3M, HBO, GE patient management systems IDX and GPMS, Allscripts/Touchworks, TES, Ingenix Claims Manager, Medinformatix, Meditech, eClinicalWorks, NextGen, Athena, Charm, AdvancedMD, SMS Signature, Cycare, BCA, OXFORD, MEDCAT, PM2000, Medical Manager, Mestamed, Medisoft, RIMS, NICE, HCPS, CSS, Dairyland, OfficeAlly, ClearCare. Web-page experience: HTML 5.0, CSS, Python, Microsoft FrontPage, Visio. Rate negotiable based on the project.

  • ICD Coding
  • Medical Billing & Coding
  • Medical Condition Coding
  • Medical Procedure Coding
  • Electronic Medical Record
  • Healthcare Common Procedure Coding System
  • Healthcare Management
  • Medical Translation
  • Medical Records Research
  • Error Detection
Junaid A.

Los Banos, California

$25/hr
5.0
2 jobs

Highly experienced and certified Medical Billing & Coding Specialist with proven expertise in managing end-to-end revenue cycle processes and electronic health record (EHR) systems. I bring precision, confidentiality, and a results-driven approach to medical claims processing, insurance verification, and patient data management. With industry-standard certifications and hands-on experience in revenue cycle management, I help healthcare providers reduce claim denials, improve billing accuracy, and maximize reimbursements. My commitment is to deliver reliable services with fast turnaround, clear communication, and strict attention to detail. What I specialize in: ✔ Medical coding (ICD-10, CPT, HCPCS) ✔ Insurance claims submission & follow-up ✔ Electronic Health Record (EHR) management ✔ Revenue cycle & practice management ✔ Denial resolution & appeals processing ✔ Patient scheduling & billing data entry ✔ HIPAA-compliant workflows Why choose me: 🔹 Accuracy-focused — reducing coding errors & costly denials 🔹 Communication-driven — clear, timely updates and reporting 🔹 Client-centric — tailored solutions for small and large medical practices 🔹 Confidential & secure handling of medical records Let’s work together to streamline your medical billing process and keep your practice financially healthy and organized. Message me to get started! 🔹 Top Skills ✔ Medical Billing & Coding ✔ Electronic Health Records (EHR) ✔ Revenue Cycle Management ✔ Insurance Verification ✔ Denial Management ✔ Claims Submission ✔ Medical Terminology ✔ Customer Support & Data Entry

  • Data Entry
  • Medical Billing & Coding
  • Electronic Medical Record
  • Medical Mastermind Medical Billing Services
  • Customer Support
  • Medical Records Research
  • Payment Processing
  • Electronic Funds Transfer
  • Customer Support Plugin
  • Online Chat Support
  • Revenue Management
  • Call Scheduling
  • Front Desk
  • Appointment Scheduling
  • Phone Support
Alhison A.

Long Beach, California

$25/hr
5.0
3 jobs

Seeking an entry-level position in Medical Billing and Coding to apply my foundational knowledge and skills in accurately processing medical claims. Proficient in coding systems and terminology, with a strong dedication to maintaining compliance with industry standards. Eager to contribute to a dynamic health care team while further developing my expertise in the field.

  • Medical Terminology
  • Data Entry
  • Medical Procedure Coding
  • Medical Billing
  • Medical Records
  • Accounts Receivable
Krista P.

El Monte, CA, California

$22/hr
5.0
2 jobs

My name is Krista Place and I am a medical biller and coder with over 15 years of experience. I have billed for both inpatient and outpatient mental health facilities, speciality billing in the field of audiology, as well as primary care services. As a freelancer I have billed physical therapy, chiropractic claims, and dental services. I have extensive experience billing Medicare, Medicaid/Medi-Cal, and Worker's Comp. With every job I've taken I have increased revenue by at least 65% and have been successful in getting many aged accounts paid by insurance companies. I can also credential any physician with private, public, or government health insurance companies. I have negotiated contracts with our local medical groups, as well as some of the biggest insurance companies to date.

  • Data Entry
  • ICD Coding
  • Medical Billing & Coding
  • Medical Procedure Coding
  • Scheduling
  • HIPAA
Hamid K.

Fremont, California

$18/hr
5.0
12 jobs

🟢 Available Full-Time | HIPAA Certified | Fremont, California, USA Is your practice losing revenue to unpaid claims, aging AR, or slow reimbursements? As a dedicated Medical Biller and Revenue Cycle Specialist with 6+ years of U.S. RCM experience, I help healthcare providers recover unpaid claims, reduce denials, verify insurance eligibility, and manage prior authorizations — so your cash flow stays healthy and predictable. With $100K+ earned, 9,000+ hours, and Top Rated Plus status, I bring the Medical Billing expertise that translates directly into improved collections and stronger revenue cycle performance for your practice. ✅ CORE MEDICAL BILLING & RCM SERVICES As your dedicated Medical Billing Specialist, I manage every stage of your revenue cycle: ✔ Medical Billing & Claims Submission — clean claim creation, charge entry, and electronic submission with 95%+ acceptance rate ✔ AR Recovery & Follow-Up — systematic pursuit of 30/60/90/120+ day aging claims bringing average AR days below 38 ✔ Denial Management — root cause analysis, appeals preparation, corrected claim resubmission, and persistent payer follow-up ✔ Insurance Verification & Eligibility — real-time benefits verification before every patient visit preventing front-end rejections ✔ Prior Authorization & Pre-Authorization — submission, tracking, renewal management, and payer coordination ✔ Payment Posting — accurate ERA/EOB posting, reconciliation, and underpayment identification ✔ Clearinghouse Rejection Resolution — fast identification and correction of rejected claims ✔ Patient Billing & Statements — clear invoicing, balance follow-up, and collections support ✅ AR RECOVERY & DENIAL MANAGEMENT As your RCM Specialist, I do not just submit claims — I analyze your entire revenue cycle to protect and recover your revenue: ✔ Identify denial patterns and permanently fix root causes ✔ Submit timely appeals with full supporting documentation ✔ Follow up aggressively with payers via phone and portal ✔ Recover aged receivables across all 30/60/90/120+ day buckets ✔ Bring AR days from 60–90 days down to under 38 days ✔ Reduce future denials through proactive claim scrubbing ✔ Implement front-end verification workflows that prevent rejections before submission ✅ INSURANCE VERIFICATION & PRIOR AUTHORIZATION ✔ Real-time eligibility and benefits verification before every appointment ✔ Identify coverage gaps before claims are ever submitted ✔ Submit and track prior authorizations for all procedure types ✔ Manage authorization renewals and expiration tracking ✔ Coordinate between providers and payers preventing revenue delays ✔ Handle pre-authorization for Medicare, Medicaid, and all commercial payers ✔ Verify patient demographics, copays, deductibles, and coverage limits ✅ SPECIALTIES I SERVE Behavioral Health • Mental Health • Psychiatry • Psychology • Therapy & Counseling • Pediatrics • Family Medicine • Primary Care • Internal Medicine • Pain Management • Physical Therapy • Occupational Therapy • Speech Therapy • Cardiology • Neurology • Dermatology • Podiatry • Urology • Urgent Care • Home Healthcare • DME • OB/GYN • Gastroenterology • Radiology ✅ SOFTWARE & CLEARINGHOUSES AthenaOne • Kareo/Tebra • eClinicalWorks • AdvancedMD • Office Ally • SimplePractice • CollaborateMD • DrChrono • Practice Fusion • TherapyNotes • RXNT • NextGen • ModMed • WebPT • CureMD • Epic • Cerner • Medisoft • Availity • Change Healthcare • Waystar • Trizetto • ClaimMD ✅ PAYERS I WORK WITH Medicare • Medicaid • Blue Cross Blue Shield • Aetna • UnitedHealthcare • Cigna • Humana • Tricare • Molina • WellCare • Oscar Health • All major commercial payers ✅ WHY CLIENTS CHOOSE ME ✔ HIPAA-Certified — fully compliant with all U.S. billing regulations ✔ Top Rated Plus with $100K+ earned and 9,000+ hours on Upwork ✔ 94% Job Success Score with consistent 5-star client reviews ✔ 95%+ clean claim acceptance rate maintained across all clients ✔ 0–4 hour average response time — available full-time ✔ Deep expertise across Medicare, Medicaid, and all commercial payers ✔ Proactive communication — you always know your claim status ✔ I work as a seamless extension of your billing team ✅ WHAT CLIENTS SAY ✔ "Highly responsive — our denial rate dropped significantly after Hamid joined." ✔ "Best AR recovery specialist we have worked with on Upwork." ✔ "Integrates seamlessly into our billing team — highly recommend." ✔ "Excellent attention to detail with payment posting and follow-up." Is your practice struggling with unpaid claims, aging AR, or authorization delays? Let's connect today. 📩 Message me now — I respond within 4 hours and am available to start immediately.

  • Data Entry
  • ICD Coding
  • Medical Billing & Coding
  • Medical Procedure Coding
  • Accounts Receivable Management
  • Insurance Verification
  • Revenue Cycle Management
  • Payment Processing
  • Healthcare Common Procedure Coding System
  • EMR Data Entry
  • Insurance Claim Submission
  • Electronic Medical Record
  • Medical Mastermind Medical Billing Services
  • Accuracy Verification
  • Healthcare Management
  • Administrative Support
  • Customer Service
  • Microsoft Excel
  • Communications
  • Email Communication

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