Patient Billing & Collections Specialist

SMA Healthcare; Ocala (FL); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

403b retirement plan

Job summary

SMA Healthcare is seeking a Patient Accounts Billing Specialist to manage the claim lifecycle, ensure clean claims, post payments and maintain AR accuracy. The role acts as a liaison between SMA HealthCare's clients and the organization, monitoring overdue accounts and assisting with payment plans.

The ideal candidate has billing experience, good communication skills, and proficiency with data entry, Excel, and EMR systems.

Qualifications

• High school diploma and experience in collections or accounts receivable.
• Experience in data entry and billing processes.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficient with Excel and databases.

Responsibilities

• Performs eligibility verification and authorizations and verifies client accounts for correct information.
• Follows up with insurance on unpaid or rejected claims and resubmits as needed.
• Enters information daily into EMR and documents resolution attempts.
• Processes adjustments and postings after EOBs and balances day deposits.
• Works with patients to establish payment plans for past due accounts.
• Prepares and presents reports on collection activity and progress.

Skills

Collections

Billing procedures

Communication

Data entry

Excel

EMR

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma

Tools

EMR system

Billing software

Job description

SMA Healthcare is seeking a Patient Accounts Billing Specialist to manage the claim lifecycle, ensure clean claims, post payments and maintain AR accuracy. The role acts as a liaison between SMA HealthCare's clients and the organization, monitoring overdue accounts and assisting with payment plans.

The ideal candidate has billing experience, good communication skills, and proficiency with data entry, Excel, and EMR systems.