REMOTE: Medical Collector (Contract to Hire)

Jobot Consulting; Lexington (KY); Remote; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative firm is seeking an experienced Medical Collector for a remote contract-to-hire position in the healthcare sector. This role is crucial for managing and resolving outstanding claims, ensuring accurate medical billing, and maintaining revenue cycle management. As a key player in the company's financial operations, you will interact with patients, healthcare providers, and insurance companies to facilitate smooth claims processing. If you have a strong background in medical collections and are looking for an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact, this role is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in medical collections required.
• Proven experience with AR collections and denial management.

Responsibilities

• Manage and resolve outstanding claims and denials from various insurance providers.
• Utilize Excel to track and analyze collection efforts.

Skills

Medical Collections

Analytical Skills

Communication Skills

Attention to Detail

Problem Solving

Education

Certification in Medical Billing and Coding

Tools

Excel

Data Management Software

Job description

REMOTE: Medical Collector (Contract to Hire)

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Base pay range

$23.00/hr - $28.00/hr

Job Details
Are you an experienced Medical Collector seeking an exciting opportunity? We are currently seeking a top-notch individual for a REMOTE Medical Collector position. This role is a contract to hire position within the Healthcare industry. As a Medical Collector, you will be responsible for managing and resolving outstanding claims and denials, ensuring the accuracy of medical billing and coding, and maintaining revenue cycle management. You will be at the forefront of the company's financial operations, ensuring the smooth processing of insurance claims and acting as a vital link between patients, healthcare providers, and insurance companies.

Responsibilities

• Manage and resolve outstanding claims and denials from Medicaid, Medicare, and commercial insurance providers.
• Maintain a comprehensive understanding of the entire revenue cycle management process, from patient registration and scheduling to final payment or adjustment.
• Utilize Excel and other data management software to track, analyze, and report on collection efforts and success rates.
• Review and interpret EOBs, remittances, and denial notices from insurance companies.
• Conduct thorough and detailed follow-up on outstanding insurance claims, ensuring timely and accurate resolution.
• Coordinate with healthcare providers, patients, and insurance companies to clarify discrepancies, answer questions, and facilitate payment.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of billing and coding standards, insurance policies, and claim procedures.
• Implement denial management strategies to reduce the number of rejected claims and increase revenue.
• Process third-party insurance claims, ensuring all necessary documentation and information is provided.
• Adhere to all federal and state laws regarding medical collections and insurance claims processing.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5+ years of experience in medical collections, specifically with Medicaid, Medicare, and commercial insurance.
• Proven experience with AR collections, medical billing and coding, and denial management.
• Extensive knowledge of revenue cycle management processes.
• Proficiency in Excel and other data management software.
• Solid understanding of insurance claims processing and third-party insurance procedures.
• Familiarity with behavioral health claims and collections is a plus.
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Ability to work independently and prioritize tasks in a fast-paced, remote environment.
• Certification in medical billing and coding is highly desirable.

Seniority level

Not Applicable

Employment type

Contract

Job function

Accounting/Auditing and Finance

Industries

Accounting, Financial Services, and Banking