Collector - Associate

Byram Healthcare Centers Inc; Springfield (IL); On-site; USD 23,419 - 31,684; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision care

Paid time off

401(k) Plan

Flexible Spending Accounts

Short- and long-term disability

Life insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Accendra Health is seeking a Billing Representative to accurately bill customer accounts, assure timely remittance, and act quickly on issues affecting account integrity. The role involves contacting payers for uninterrupted cash flow and ensuring proper documentation in the ERP system.

You will handle claims edits, resubmissions, and follow standard guidelines to support our financial team. Strong MS Office skills and medical terminology knowledge are required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 1+ years of customer service experience.
• Familiar with medical terminology and insurance terms.

Responsibilities

• Process customer billing and ensure accurate account activity.
• Follow up with payers to ensure cash flow.
• Document activities in ERP system accurately.
• Resolve billing questions and claims issues.

Skills

Communication

Customer service

Attention to detail

Phone etiquette

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

At Accendra Health, we understand that healthcare is complex, and we’re here to make it easier. We help deliver care beyond traditional settings, making essential products and services more accessible through every stage of life. As part of the care team, our teammates play a critical role in delivering personalized, long-term care for the patients we serve.With deep expertise promoting health outside the hospital and a presence in communities nationwide through our Apria and Byram Healthcare brands, Accendra Health does more than just deliver the essentials.If you’re interested in meaningful work with impact, explore our career opportunities and join us in our purpose of Bringing Care To Life.The anticipated pay range for this position is $20 hourly.The representative is to service the needs of our customers by accurately billing customer accounts, assuring timely remittance, and taking immediate action on issues that involve account integrity. The representative will also follow-up with payers to facilitate uninterrupted cash flow.Job Duties:Must possess excellent communication skills and the ability to practice proper phone and email etiquette,Ability to read, understand and follow oral and written instructions.Answers questions from customers, clerical staff, and insurance companies.Identifies and resolves patient billing complaints.Handles customer collection calls.Familiar with medical terminology and insurances HCPC/ICD-9 codes,Documents activities in ERP system in an efficient accurate and timely manner.Ensures the billing activity is handled correctly.Ability to evaluate and secure the needed Rx’s, PA’s and medical justification to facilitate payment of claims for initial and review/appeals payments.Ability to edit and resubmit claims for payment.Prepares and reviews clean claims for submission to various insurances either electronically or y paper.Working knowledge of Microsoft Office, particularly Word and Outlook.Provide feedback to Group Team Lead regarding issues regarding accounts.Conducts routine tasks as directed; works under clearly defined guidelines.Contributes to specific objectives and outcomes as directed.Requirements:High school diploma or equivalent1+ years of customer service or related experienceWorking knowledge of Microsoft Office, particularly Word, Excel and Outlook.Provide feedback to Group Team Lead, Supervisor and Manager regarding issues regarding accounts.Conducts routine tasks as directed; works under clearly defined guidelines.Contributes to specific objectives and outcomes as directed.#AccendraHealthTeammate BenefitsAs an Accendra Health employee, you have choices to fit your life. Our comprehensive benefits program is designed to meet you where you are — through all of life’s stages. We’ve got you and your family covered with benefits that support your health, finances, and overall wellness.Our benefits program includes:Medical, dental, and vision care coveragePaid time off plan401(k) PlanFlexible Spending AccountsBasic life insuranceShort-and long-term disability coverageAccident insuranceTeammate Assistance ProgramPaid parental leaveDomestic partner benefitsMental, physical, and financial well-being programsIf you feel this opportunity could be the next step in your career, we encourage you to apply.Accendra is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, genetic information, religion, disability, age, status as a veteran, or any other status prohibited by applicable national, federal, state or local law.Note: Accendra is not accepting unsolicited assistance from search firms for this employment opportunity. Please, no phone calls or emails. All resumes submitted by search firms to any employee at our Company via email, the Internet, or in any form and/or method without a valid written search agreement in place for this position will be deemed the sole property of our Company. No fee will be paid in the event the candidate is hired by our Company as a result of the referral or through other means.#AccendraHealth