Ambulatory Billing & Collections Specialist

Southwell, Inc.; Tifton (GA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Southwell/Tift Regional Health System, Inc. in Tifton, GA is seeking an Ambulatory Patient Account Representative to review and submit claims to carriers and intermediaries using both manual and electronic submission.

The role includes responding to patient account questions, collecting delinquent insurance claims, correcting denied claims, and documenting all communications with patients, employers, and insurers. This is a full-time daytime position emphasizing accuracy and HIPAA compliance.

Qualifications

• Two (2) years healthcare billing experience preferred.
• High School Diploma or Equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Reviews and submits claims to carriers and intermediaries via manual and electronic submission.
• Responds to questions regarding patient accounts.
• Collects delinquent insurance claims from insurance carriers.
• Mails insurance claims that cannot be electronically billed with medical records, if needed.
• Corrects denied claims from insurance companies.
• Makes telephone inquiries to insurance carriers to collect delinquent claims.
• Documents all contact with patients, families, and inquiries made with employers or insurance companies.
• Keeps abreast of applicable regulations and TRHS policies, including HIPAA privacy and security requirements.

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Job description

Southwell/Tift Regional Health System, Inc. in Tifton, GA is seeking an Ambulatory Patient Account Representative to review and submit claims to carriers and intermediaries using both manual and electronic submission.

The role includes responding to patient account questions, collecting delinquent insurance claims, correcting denied claims, and documenting all communications with patients, employers, and insurers. This is a full-time daytime position emphasizing accuracy and HIPAA compliance.