Spec, Patient Accounts Receivable

Baxter International Inc.; Saint Paul (MN); On-site; USD 51,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and dental coverage

401(k) Retirement Plan with company-m

Paid holidays and generous PTO (20–35

Job summary

Baxter International Inc. is hiring a Patient Accounts Receivable Specialist in Minnesota to work with patients on balances and resolutions through self-pay, financial assistance, or other options within the Respiratory Health Division.

The role involves collections, research on receivables, generating balance letters, and managing financial assistance programs while ensuring professional communication with patients and internal teams.

Qualifications

• 2+ years in customer service, billing, collections, or insurance in healthcare preferred
• Experience with high-dollar DME is a plus
• Experience with medical benefits and explanations of benefits (EOBs) is preferred
• Excellent communication skills and attention to detail
• Ability to work independently and manage workload effectively
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and billing systems preferred

Responsibilities

• Perform collections and research on patient accounts to determine resolution
• Generate option letters after insurance denial or balance notices and follow through to resolution
• Create and manage financial assistance applications and track outcomes
• Provide timely and professional communications with patients and families
• Process PFA documents, bankruptcy notices, and returned mail
• Create adjustments per policies and procedures and reconcile balances
• Coordinate device shipment or pickup with Customer Service
• Handle accounts referred to collection agencies with required documentation
• Arrange Self-Pay options for devices, supplies, and accessories
• Generate manual invoices/quotes and handle specialized billing (Embassy, CHOP, Mexico, Canada, Trust Fund)
• Assist with other duties and projects as assigned

Skills

Customer service

Billing

Collections

Insurance knowledge

DME experience

Detail oriented

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Microsoft Office

Billing software

Job description

This is where your work makes a difference.

At Baxter, we believe every person - regardless of who they are or where they are from - deserves a chance to live a healthy life. It was our founding belief in 1931 and continues to be our guiding principle. We are redefining healthcare delivery to make a greater impact today, tomorrow, and beyond.

Our Baxter colleagues are united by our Mission to Save and Sustain Lives. Together, our community is driven by a culture of courage, trust, and collaboration. Every individual is empowered to take ownership and make a meaningful impact. We strive for efficient and effective operations, and we hold each other accountable for delivering exceptional results.

Here, you will find more than just a job—you will find purpose and pride.

Your Role at Baxter:

THIS IS WHERE you build trust to achieve results...

As the Patient Accounts Receivable Specialist, you will work with patients to resolve balances or determine appropriate alternate resolutions (self-pay, financial assistance, device return, etc.) and manage the selected process through to completion within our Respiratory Health Division.

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Perform collections and research activities on patient account receivables by working with patient/families to determine appropriate resolution
• Generate option letters on accounts following insurance denial or notification of balance and follow through to resolution
• Generate financial assistance applications, manage the review process, track results and follow-up with patients
• Provide timely and professional communication with patients, families, co-workers, etc.
• Process PFA documents, bankruptcy notifications and return mail
• Create adjustments on assigned balances following the established policies and procedures
• Arrange for device shipment or pick-up with Customer Service
• Work accounts flagged for Collection Agency to provide necessary documentation as requested
• Arrange for Self-Pay of device, supply and accessory purchases
• Generate manual invoices/quotes and work accounts classified as specialized billing (Embassy, CHOP, Mexico, Canada, Trust Fund, etc.)
• Other duties and projects assigned.

What You’ll Bring:

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• 2+ years of experience in customer service, billing, collections, insurance within medical/healthcare environment preferred but not required.
• Experience working with high-dollar DME preferred
• Experience with medical benefits and explanations of benefits (EOBs) preferred
• Excellent customer service and communications skills
• Strong attention to detail
• Ability to function in an independent work environment and organize/prioritize workload
• Innovative thinking/problems solving skills
• Ability to develop and maintain positive working relationships
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office required
• Billing database software experience preferred
• Bilingual preferred but not required

We understand compensation is an important factor as you consider the next step in your career. At Baxter, we are committed to equitable pay for all employees, and we strive to be more transparent with our pay practices. The estimated base salary for this position is $51,200.00 to $70,400.00 annually. The estimated range is meant to reflect an anticipated salary range for the position. We may pay more or less than of the anticipated range based upon market data and other factors, all of which are subject to change. Individual pay is based on upon location, skills and expertise, experience, and other relevant factors.

Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa at this time

US Benefits at Baxter (except for Puerto Rico)

This is where your well-being matters. Baxter offers comprehensive compensation and benefits packages for eligible roles. Our health and well-being benefits include medical and dental coverage that start on day one, as well as insurance coverage for basic life, accident, short-term and long-term disability, and business travel accident insurance. Financial and retirement benefits include the Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP), with the ability to purchase company stock at a discount, and the 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan (RSP), with options for employee contributions and company matching. We also offer Flexible Spending Accounts, educational assistance programs, and time-off benefits such as paid holidays, paid time off ranging from 20 to 35 days based on length of service, family and medical leaves of absence, and paid parental leave. Additional benefits include commuting benefits, the Employee Discount Program, the Employee Assistance Program (EAP), and childcare benefits. Join us and enjoy the competitive compensation and benefits we offer to our employees. For additional information regarding Baxter US Benefits, please speak with your recruiter or visit our Benefits site: Benefits | Baxter

Equal Employment Opportunity

Baxter is an equal opportunity employer. Baxter evaluates qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, protected veteran status, disability/handicap status or any other legally protected characteristic.

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Reasonable Accommodations

Baxter is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities globally. If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or interview process, please click on link here and let us know the nature of your request along with your contact information.