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How to hire a medical reimbursement specialist

Medical reimbursement specialist hiring summary. Here are some key points about hiring medical reimbursement specialists in the United States:

  • There are currently 8,296 medical reimbursement specialists in the US, as well as 77,272 job openings.
  • Medical reimbursement specialists are in the highest demand in Fort Smith, AR, with 2 current job openings.
  • The median cost to hire a medical reimbursement specialist is $1,633.
  • It takes between 36 and 42 days to fill the average role in the US.
  • Human Resources use 15% of their expenses on recruitment on average.
  • On average, it takes around 12 weeks for a new medical reimbursement specialist to become settled and show total productivity levels at work.

How to hire a medical reimbursement specialist, step by step

To hire a medical reimbursement specialist, you should create an ideal candidate profile, determine a budget, and post and promote your job. Here's a step-by-step guide on how to hire a medical reimbursement specialist:

Here's a step-by-step medical reimbursement specialist hiring guide:

  • Step 1: Identify your hiring needs
  • Step 2: Create an ideal candidate profile
  • Step 3: Make a budget
  • Step 4: Write a medical reimbursement specialist job description
  • Step 5: Post your job
  • Step 6: Interview candidates
  • Step 7: Send a job offer and onboard your new medical reimbursement specialist
  • Step 8: Go through the hiring process checklist
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  1. Identify your hiring needs

    Before you post your medical reimbursement specialist job, you should take the time to determine what type of worker your business needs. While certain jobs definitely require a full-time employee, it's sometimes better to find a medical reimbursement specialist for hire on a part-time basis or as a contractor.

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    Hiring the perfect medical reimbursement specialist also involves considering the ideal background you'd like them to have. Depending on what industry or field they have experience in, they'll bring different skills to the job. It's also important to consider what levels of seniority and education the job requires and what kind of salary such a candidate would likely demand.

    The following list breaks down different types of medical reimbursement specialists and their corresponding salaries.

    Type of Medical Reimbursement SpecialistDescriptionHourly rate
    Medical Reimbursement SpecialistMedical records and health information technicians, commonly referred to as health information technicians, organize and manage health information data. They ensure its quality, accuracy, accessibility, and security in both paper and electronic systems... Show more$14-24
    Records CoordinatorA records coordinator takes responsibility for doing administrative and clerical work. Records coordinators maintain the filing system of the central records... Show more$14-25
    Health Information TechnicianA health information technician is primarily responsible for managing and handling patient information, ensuring accuracy and confidentiality. They coordinate with various health care workers to gather patient data, laboratory results, test findings, and medical histories, encoding them in clinical databases in a timely and efficient manner... Show more$12-21
  2. Create an ideal candidate profile

    Common skills:
    • Patients
    • Medical Billing
    • Appeals
    • EOB
    • Medicare
    • Medicaid
    • Insurance Carriers
    • Unpaid Claims
    • Patient Accounts
    • Medical Terminology
    • Billing System
    • ICD-10
    • EMR
    • HIPAA
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    Responsibilities:
    • Accept and process healthcare claims and confidential medical records; verify patient eligibility and manage the Medicare and Medicaid billing process.
    • Review and submit medical documentation for medical claims appeals as necessary.
    • Review and assign ICD-9, CPT-4 and HCPCS, and correct E/M codes to each patient encounter to prevent recovery credits.
    • Verify private medical insurance benefits and Medicaid eligibility.
    • Follow up on unpaid/unresolve account balances, including claims reject electronically and EOB denials.
    • Research account activity base on analysis reports and correspondence resulting in additional follow-up with patients, insurance carriers and referring physicians.
  3. Make a budget

    Including a salary range in your medical reimbursement specialist job description is a great way to entice the best and brightest candidates. A medical reimbursement specialist salary can vary based on several factors:
    • Location. For example, medical reimbursement specialists' average salary in arkansas is 28% less than in maryland.
    • Seniority. Entry-level medical reimbursement specialists earn 38% less than senior-level medical reimbursement specialists.
    • Certifications. A medical reimbursement specialist with a few certifications under their belt will likely demand a higher salary.
    • Company. Working for a prestigious company or an exciting start-up can make a huge difference in a medical reimbursement specialist's salary.

    Average medical reimbursement specialist salary

    $39,870yearly

    $19.17 hourly rate

    Entry-level medical reimbursement specialist salary
    $31,000 yearly salary
    Updated January 21, 2026
  4. Writing a medical reimbursement specialist job description

    A good medical reimbursement specialist job description should include a few things:

    • Summary of the role
    • List of responsibilities
    • Required skills and experience

    Including a salary range and the first name of the hiring manager is also appreciated by candidates. Here's an example of a medical reimbursement specialist job description:

    Medical reimbursement specialist job description example

    PROCEPT BioRobotics is a surgical robotics company enabling better patient care by developing transformative solutions in urology. With an initial focus on BPH, the company's AQUABEAM Robotic System delivering Aquablation therapy, is the first FDA-cleared, automated surgical robot for the treatment of lower urinary tract symptoms (LUTS) due to benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH). Aquablation therapy combines real-time, multi-dimensional imaging, automated robotics and heat-free waterjet ablation for targeted, controlled, and immediate removal of prostate tissue. Aquablation therapy offers predictable and reproducible outcomes, independent of prostate anatomy, prostate size or surgeon experience.

    SUMMARYThis role will oversee global reimbursement strategy, and health economics and outcomes research department in the development of reimbursement strategies that support PROCEPT BioRobotics products in the U.S. and global markets. This leader will develop reimbursement and outcomes planning priorities, strategies and plans in collaboration with leaders of clinical affairs, regulatory affairs, research and development, sales and marketing teams. You will also advocate for favorable government reimbursement and health policies with applicable government agencies and other key associations. This role will also implement successful private payer strategies for our products. You will maintain awareness of global HER requirements, regulatory legislation and payor trends and requirements and assesses its impact on our business and products. You must represent PROCEPT BioRobotics externally with government agencies, opinion leaders and payors. This role leads the development and implementation of programs providing reimbursement support to sales teams and to customers and will serve as a key driver for our marketing programs.
    CORE RESPONSIBILITIES (Other duties may be required as assigned)

    + Proactively understand and influence external stakeholders such as payers, physicians, hospitals, market, government, competitors and consumers with impactful reimbursement and outcomes planning initiatives.

    + Identify reimbursement issues (coding, coverage and payment) in support of the AquaBeam Robotic System

    + Works closely with product management to help develop strategies and marketing and pricing programs.

    + Develop and maintain relationships with key decision makers at public and private payers; work with other key associations on reimbursement and health policy issues (e.g. CHI, AdvaMed, etc.)

    + Develop the core reimbursement program to be used with payers. Customize the message for key payers regarding clinical outcomes, economic outcomes and impact for the payer given its subscriber base

    + Plan, arrange, and negotiate positive reimbursement environment with top national payer accounts and technology assessment groups specific to the AquaBeam Robotic System.

    + Develop and maintain relationships with key individuals at CMS and Medicare Administrative Contractors (MACs) for coding, coverage and payment concerns

    + Assess overall US coding strategy and lead process to secure Category I code from AMA CPT Panel

    + Ongoing monitoring of CMS claims activity and payment rate assignments

    + Work with clinical and marketing teams to design and conduct outcomes studies. Ensure that the economic outcomes information is available for use

    + Oversee the Aquablation Reimbursement Center (ARC) and ensure the group is adequately staffed and appropriately supporting provider offices in a compliant manner

    + Liaison with Regulatory and Clinical Affairs to insure appropriate clinical support and guidance when addressing reimbursement issues

    + Train sales representatives on fundamentals of the healthcare marketplace and reimbursement

    + Develop physician and hospital educational material that contributes to an understanding and a streamlining of various billing practices

    + Lead reimbursement strategies that proactively integrate and align with marketing and sales strategies

    + Develop strategies for influential supporting urological societies and organizations

    + Assess reimbursement environment (coverage, coding and payment) for any new products and procedures

    + Develop reimbursement strategies for future products/procedures, including applications for new codes if appropriate

    + Participate with new product development and launch teams

    + Analyze impact of major changes in reimbursement environment (e.g., Medicare Prospective Payment System) and provide strategic direction

    + Continue to advance international reimbursement efforts and support international launch team for appropriate reimbursement needs in new markets

    + Ensure that the Board and Management Team have an understanding of reimbursement goals and progress

    + Manage outside reimbursement consultant support

    + Manage annual budgeted funds to maximize impact

    + Maintain trained status for, and comply with, all relevant aspects of the PROCEPT BioRobotics Quality Management System

    + Understand and adhere to the PROCEPT BioRobotics EHS Policy

    QUALIFICATIONS (Education, Experience, Certifications)

    + To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

    + Bachelor's degree and 12 years' experience in related field or an equivalent combination of education and work experience; MBA desirable

    + Minimum 10 years' applicable experience in reimbursement or related field, preferably in medical device and/or pharmaceutical industry with international experience desirable.

    + Previous management or project experience is required.

    + Solid Project Management Skills

    + Excellent Communication Skills (written and verbal) and Presentation Skills

    + Strategic and conceptual thinker and planner

    + Extensive Knowledge of Managed Care

    + Basic Knowledge of Clinical and Economic Outcomes; Strong understanding of clinical trial methodologies and results

    + Medicare Coverage, Coding and Payment Process Knowledge Desirable

    + Basic Coding Knowledge Desirable

    + Ability to travel ~30% of the time

    SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

    + Supervises the Health Economics & Reimbursement department. Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws.

    PHYSICAL DEMANDS

    + The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

    + To perform this duty the employee must have the ability to sit or stand at and operate a computer terminal and walk or travel safely. The employee may occasionally lift and/or move up to 15 pounds.

    WORK ENVIRONMENT

    + This position is remote and can be done from anywhere within the contiguous United States.

    + COVID-I9 Vaccine Requirement: All PROCEPT BioRobotics employees must be vaccinated against the COVID-19 virus. The company will follow an accommodation process for medical or religious exemptions.

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  5. Post your job

    To find medical reimbursement specialists for your business, try out a few different recruiting strategies:

    • Consider internal talent. One of the most important talent pools for any company is its current employees.
    • Ask for referrals. Reach out to friends, family members, and your current work to ask if they know any medical reimbursement specialists they would recommend.
    • Recruit at local colleges. Attend job fairs at local colleges to recruit entry-level medical reimbursement specialists with the right educational background.
    • Social media platforms. LinkedIn, Facebook, and Twitter have more than 3.5 billion users, and they're a great place for company branding and reaching potential job candidates.
    Post your job online:
    • Post your medical reimbursement specialist job on Zippia to find and recruit medical reimbursement specialist candidates who meet your exact specifications.
    • Use field-specific websites.
    • Post a job on free websites.
  6. Interview candidates

    Your first interview with medical reimbursement specialist candidates should focus on their interest in the role and background experience. As the hiring process goes on, you can learn more about how they'd fit into the company culture in later rounds of interviews.

    It's also good to ask about candidates' unique skills and talents. You can move on to the technical interview if a candidate is good enough for the next step.

    The right interview questions can help you assess a candidate's hard skills, behavioral intelligence, and soft skills.

  7. Send a job offer and onboard your new medical reimbursement specialist

    Once you've selected the best medical reimbursement specialist candidate for the job, it's time to write an offer letter. In addition to salary, this letter should include details about the benefits and perks you offer the candidate. Ensuring that your offer is competitive is essential, as qualified candidates may be considering other job opportunities. The candidate may wish to negotiate the terms of the offer, and you should be open to discussion. After you reach an agreement, the final step is formalizing the agreement with a contract.

    It's also important to follow up with applicants who do not get the job with an email letting them know that the position is filled.

    To prepare for the new medical reimbursement specialist first day, you should share an onboarding schedule with them that covers their first period on the job. You should also quickly complete any necessary paperwork, such as employee action forms and onboarding documents like I-9, benefits enrollment, and federal and state tax forms. Finally, Human Resources must ensure a new employee file is created for internal record keeping.

  8. Go through the hiring process checklist

    • Determine employee type (full-time, part-time, contractor, etc.)
    • Submit a job requisition form to the HR department
    • Define job responsibilities and requirements
    • Establish budget and timeline
    • Determine hiring decision makers for the role
    • Write job description
    • Post job on job boards, company website, etc.
    • Promote the job internally
    • Process applications through applicant tracking system
    • Review resumes and cover letters
    • Shortlist candidates for screening
    • Hold phone/virtual interview screening with first round of candidates
    • Conduct in-person interviews with top candidates from first round
    • Score candidates based on weighted criteria (e.g., experience, education, background, cultural fit, skill set, etc.)
    • Conduct background checks on top candidates
    • Check references of top candidates
    • Consult with HR and hiring decision makers on job offer specifics
    • Extend offer to top candidate(s)
    • Receive formal job offer acceptance and signed employment contract
    • Inform other candidates that the position has been filled
    • Set and communicate onboarding schedule to new hire(s)
    • Complete new hire paperwork (i9, benefits enrollment, tax forms, etc.)
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How much does it cost to hire a medical reimbursement specialist?

There are different types of costs for hiring medical reimbursement specialists. One-time cost per hire for the recruitment process. Ongoing costs include employee salary, training, onboarding, benefits, insurance, and equipment. It is essential to consider all of these costs when evaluating hiring a new medical reimbursement specialist employee.

You can expect to pay around $39,870 per year for a medical reimbursement specialist, as this is the median yearly salary nationally. This can vary depending on what state or city you're hiring in. If you're hiring for contract work or on a per-project basis, hourly rates for medical reimbursement specialists in the US typically range between $14 and $24 an hour.

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