Accounts Receivable Insurance Follow Up Collector-Hybrid/Remote
ADDICTION AND MENTALover 1 year ago
Birmingham, Alabama, United States
Hybrid
Full-time
Junior Level (1-3 years)
Job Description
Position Overview
Bradford Health Services is an industry leader in providing hope and healing to people with substance use addiction and associated co-occurring disorders. We currently have immediate openings for the Accounts Receivable Collector position. In this role, you will be responsible for the comprehensive follow-up and resolution of aged healthcare accounts receivable while working in a health care setting that values confidentiality and excellent customer service. Take a step forward in your career with Bradford Health Services.
Key Responsibilities
- Perform follow-up on aged accounts receivable to ensure timely resolution of outstanding balances.
- Review and analyze payer denials and conduct detailed patient account reviews.
- Submit accurate claims to insurance companies and track follow-up actions to ensure resolution.
- Communicate with patients regarding outstanding balances and establish payment arrangements as needed.
- Maintain accurate documentation, provide regular reporting to the Revenue Cycle Operations Manager, and escalate complex issues appropriately.
- Adhere to compliance requirements and maintain confidentiality per guidelines such as 42 CFR Part 2 and HIPAA.
- Provide courteous customer service and participate in training and professional development activities.
Required Qualifications
- High School diploma or GED equivalent required.
- Minimum of one (1) year of experience in healthcare billing and collections, with working knowledge of payer requirements and insurance denials.
- Proficiency in typing (minimum 50 wpm) and data entry with high accuracy.
- Strong organizational, time management, and effective communication skills (both verbal and written).
- Familiarity with billing software, electronic claims submission, and Microsoft Office Suite.
- Ability to meet physical requirements, including sitting for extended periods and adequate vision and hearing.
- Additional requirement: Two years of continuous, verifiable abstinence for individuals in recovery, if applicable.
Required Skills
Organizational Skills
Time Management
Customer Service
Proficiency with billing software and Microsoft Office
Accounts Receivable Management
Problem-solving
Insurance Collections
Claim Submission
Effective Communication
Healthcare Billing
Compliance with HIPAA and 42 CFR Part 2
Data Entry