Billing Analyst - Lab & Pathology

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Closing Date:

09/28/2026

Type of Position:

Professional Staff - Project/Program Administration

Job Type:

RegularDay Shift (United States of America)No

Institution Name:

University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences

The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) has a unique combination of education, research, and clinical programs that encourages and supports teamwork and diversity. We champion being a collaborative health care organization, focused on improving patient care and the lives of Arkansans.
 

UAMS offers amazing benefits and perks (available for benefits eligible positions only):

• Health: Medical, Dental and Vision plans available for qualifying staff and family
• Holiday, Vacation and Sick Leave
• Education discount for staff and dependents (undergraduate only)
• Retirement: Up to 10% matched contribution from UAMS
• Basic Life Insurance up to $50,000
• Career Training and Educational Opportunities
• Merchant Discounts
• Concierge prescription delivery on the main campus when using UAMS pharmacy

Below you will find the details for the position including any supplementary documentation and questions you should review before applying for the opening.  To apply for the position, please click the Apply link/button.

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Department:

ICE | LPSL Administration

Department's Website:

Summary of Job Duties:

The Billing Analyst is responsible for reviewing, analyzing, and processing billing and reimbursement activities to ensure accurate and timely payment for services provided. This role monitors accounts, researches billing discrepancies, resolves payment issues, and works closely with internal departments, insurance companies, and other stakeholders to support accurate revenue cycle operations.

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in business or related field with 1 year of experience OR High School diploma plus 5 years equivalent combination of education and experience in medical billing.

Additional Information:

Job Requirements:

• Assess the adequacy of health record documentation to ensure that it supports all diagnoses and procedures to which codes are assigned;
• Apply knowledge of anatomy and physiology, clinical disease processes, and pathology diagnostic and procedural terminology to assign accurate codes to diagnoses and procedures;
• Reviews charges to ensure accurate CPT and ICD-10 coding. 
• Requests corrections/modifier additions/changes from Certified Professional Coder or Coding Manager.
• Reviews notes and communicates with physicians as needed for documentation questions.
• Has current knowledge of third-party requirements for reimbursement, particularly for Arkansas Medicaid.
•  Ensures that Medicaid specific modifiers (non-reimbursement effecting) are present for HSEs (EPSDT). The specific modifier informs Medicaid if the visit generated a new referral for a service, or is under current treatment, or no new referral, or patient refused referral.
• Enters modifiers for no referral, filing deadline, etc. when working follow up work queue. Medicaid specific modifiers required for foster care exams done in GPC.
• Processes professional billing.
• Processes billing and customer service requests for outreach clinics.
• Works F/U work queues in Epic for claim denials and requested corrections.
•  Manually posts charges as needed.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Stand: Frequently

Sit: Frequently

Walk: Occasionally

Bend, crawl, crouch, kneel, stoop or reach overhead: Frequently

Lift and carry weight: 25 lbs

Push and pull weight: 25 lbs

Use hands to touch, handle or feel: Frequently

Talk: Continuously

Hear: Continuously

Taste or smell: Occasionally

Read, concentrate, think analytically: Continuously

Physical Environment: Inside Medical Facility Environment

Noise Level : Moderate

Visual Requirements: Color discrimination, Depth perception, Far visual acuity, Near visual acuity

Hazards: Biological, Chemical, Dust, Electrical, Fumes/Gases/Odors, Radiation, Sharp objects/tools

Salary Information:

Commensurate with education and experience

Required Documents to Apply:

ResumeProof of Veteran Status

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Please contact askrecruitment@uams.edu for any recruiting related questions.

All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site https://uasys.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/UASYS  

Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.

Pre-employment Screening Requirements:

Criminal Background Check

This position is subject to pre-employment screening (criminal background, drug testing, and/or education verification). A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication alone shall not disqualify an applicant except as provided by law. Any criminal history will be evaluated in relationship to job responsibilities and business necessity.  The information obtained in these reports will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law. 

Constant Physical Activity:

Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding, Sitting

Frequent Physical Activity:

Feeling, Grasping, Hearing, Reaching, Standing, Talking

Occasional Physical Activity:

N/A

Benefits Eligible:

Yes