Lincare - Lees Summit has immediate openings for Medical Billing Collection Specialist! Medical billing collections specialist, medical collector and medical collections representative are in immediate need. In general, this is an accounts receivable position that must comply with federal and state regulations.
Description: 1. Collection calling and billing out claims to health care providers, insurance companies and individuals while updating billing information electronically will be primary functions in medical collection positions. Medical collectors will also perform various administration duties and look up and attach medical coding to accounts.
Responsibilities: 2. Medical collectors will be responsible for making outbound calls and sending letters to patients and third-party companies to collect on delinquent medical accounts. This person may review patient information to determine why claims weren't paid, and research denied claims. They will document all work and calls performed. They may also set up payment arrangements with the payer. This person may receive, open and make contact calls on correspondence received through mail. They may also process and document when payments are received.
Experience: 3. No college degree required for a medical collector; although a high school diploma or GED will be required, along with knowledge of general office administration and previous collection experience. The ability to speak Spanish is a plus. Previous experience with billing coding may also be a requirement.
Qualifications: 4. Strong verbal and writing skills are necessary qualifications for the position. Familiarity with Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook will be a requisite. Medical collectors may be tested to see if they can type at least 30 words per minute, including data-entry skills. The ability to be punctual will be a qualification.
Environment: 5. Medical collectors may work in a fast-paced office environment and sit for long periods in front of a computer while talking on the phone throughout their entire workday. Faxing, e-mailing and copying may also be a part of daily duties. The ability to handle daily stressful situations due to the nature of the job will be a necessity. Previous experience in billing, collections, AR/AP, customer service, healthcare is a plus. Will train the correct individual. This is a full-time job located in Lees Summit MO. Great atmosphere, company benefits and paid holidays! NO PHONE CALLS OR WALK INS! FAX RESUME ONLY! Lincare is an E.O.E
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