The specialist is responsible for accurately posting insurance and patient payments while maintaining detailed records and supporting documentation. They must also identify, resolve, or escalate posting discrepancies and support aging accounts receivable through timely issue identification.
Position Summary
The Payment Posting Specialist posts insurance and patient payments accurately and on time using EOB/ERA information, documented workflows, and established posting standards.
This individual contributor role supports clean account activity by applying payments accurately, documenting work clearly, and escalating posting issues within assigned scope.
Qualifications
Required
Accurate payment posting and strong 10-key proficiency
Ability to read and apply EOB/ERA information
Working knowledge of Medicare, Medicaid, MCO, and commercial insurance concepts
Strong attention to detail, organization, and time management
Clear verbal and written communication skills
Problem-solving judgment and ability to escalate appropriately
ICD-10/CPT knowledge relevant to posting
Preferred
2+ years of medical billing, payment posting, or accounts receivable experience
FQHC or Community Health Center experience
CPS, AthenaOne, Epic, or similar system experience
Claims follow-up or payer communication experience
Key Responsibilities and Expected Performance Outcomes
Key Responsibilities
Post electronic and manual insurance and patient payments accurately and within expected timelines
Apply EOB/ERA payments, adjustments, denials, deductibles, and copays according to standards
Identify, resolve, or escalate posting discrepancies within role authority
Maintain accurate records, notes, and supporting documentation
Support aging A/R and claims follow-up through clean posting and timely issue identification
Troubleshoot execution-level EDI issues and escalate systemic concerns
Communicate status, risks, and questions clearly to Team Leads or Supervisors
Apply training, feedback, and workflow updates consistently
Expected Performance Outcomes
Payments are posted accurately, on time, and with minimal rework
Documentation is complete, accurate, and usable for downstream follow-up
Discrepancies and risks are escalated early with clear context
Assigned work is completed with consistent accuracy, efficiency, and compliance awareness
Core Competencies
Critical Thinking: Interprets posting information, identifies discrepancies, and escalates when guidance is unclear.
Dependability: Completes assigned posting work accurately, consistently, and within expected timelines.
Interpersonal Skills: Communicates questions, status, and escalations clearly with relevant context.
Organizing & Planning: Prioritizes assigned work and maintains organized documentation under volume pressure.
Production: Sustains accurate output while balancing efficiency, quality, and compliance awareness.
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