Collections Clerk

Job Description: • Responsible for assisting with all functions associated with billing and third-party payers • Must be an effective communicator who can express himself/herself on a daily basis in a professional manner both verbally and in writing • Proactive professional who can identify collection trends and solve them in a timely manner • Identifies delinquent accounts, aging period and payment sources, and performs collection actions including contacting patients by telephone and resubmitting claims to the appropriate payer • Evaluates patient financial status and establishes contract payment plans • Keeps informed on all current Medicare, Medicaid, and third-party payer regulations and requirements • Informs management and other staff members of changes and keeps documentation current and accessible • Successfully reduces days in A/R and meets assigned goals • Responds to overflow Customer Service incoming patient phone calls • Other assigned duties as required Requirements: • High School Diploma or Equivalent • 2 years of medical collections experience preferred • Experience with medical practice billing software necessary • Good verbal and written communication skills • Knowledge of computers with experience in windows-based systems and Microsoft Office • Knowledge of CPT and ICD-10 coding and electronic billing necessary • Ability to communicate effectively with center management, center staff, patients, their families, the physicians and their staff • Ability to read, write and speak the English language • Ability to handle frequent interruptions that result in having to re-evaluate priorities • Proficient in medical terminology • Detail oriented Benefits: • Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance • Health Savings Account with an employer contribution • Life Insurance • PTO • 401(k) retirement plan with a company match • And more! Apply tot his job Apply To this Job