About the role

  • Take full ownership of the accounts receivable (AR) portfolio, monitoring aging reports and driving collections of outstanding balances.
  • Proactively follow up persistently with customers and payers on overdue invoices/claims via email, phone, and statements to secure timely reimbursements.
  • Collaborate with leadership (Controller/Billing Lead) to reduce DSO and meet cash collection targets.
  • Apply customer payments accurately and in a timely manner to open invoices.
  • Reconcile customer accounts and follow up on short pays, overpayments, and unapplied funds.
  • Identify chronic payment issues and work cross-functionally to improve collections processes.
  • Act as the primary point of contact for claim denials, payment discrepancies, and invoice disputes.
  • Research, analyze, and resolve rejected, denied, or underpaid claims by communicating with payers and customers.
  • Utilize strong working knowledge of CPT/ICD codes and EOBs to understand denial reasons and manage the appeal process.
  • Handle resubmissions and adjustments of rejected or denied claims, ensuring timely resolution and payment recovery.
  • Document root causes of denials and implement corrective actions to reduce recurring errors.
  • Ensure adherence to company policies, customer contracts, and regulatory requirements in all billing practices and claim appeals, including HIPAA.
  • Investigate issues by coordinating with internal teams, such as Scheduling, Verification, Customer Service, and Operations, to gather missing documentation for claim resolution.
  • Correct and reissue invoices as necessary to ensure resolution and maintain positive client relationships.
  • Communicate with customers and payers to clarify claim formats, payment terms, and invoice policies.
  • Respond promptly to billing inquiries from clients and internal departments.
  • Document all dispute resolutions and update system records accordingly.
  • Maintain up-to-date AR records and provide weekly aging and collections status reports to leadership.
  • Prepare monthly and quarterly billing and reconciliation reports for customers and leadership.
  • Identify gaps in billing, collections, and customer communication workflows and recommend improvements.
  • Assist with bank reconciliations and month-end close processes.
  • Support audit preparation and respond to inquiries related to AR and billing.

Requirements

  • 2–3 years of experience in accounts receivable, medical collections, or claims processing (healthcare industry preferred)
  • Strong experience managing AR aging, driving collections, and resolving disputed claims/invoices
  • Strong knowledge of CPT/ICD codes, EOBs, and healthcare claim workflows
  • Proficiency in QuickBooks Online; familiarity with billing/collections platforms like Interpreter Intelligence, YayPay, or XTRF is a plus
  • Excellent organizational, analytical, and strong written and verbal communication skills
  • Ability to work independently and prioritize in a deadline-driven environment, with high attention to detail and a customer service mindset

Benefits

  • Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
  • 401(k) with company match
  • Generous PTO and paid holidays
  • Professional development opportunities
  • Employee assistance program
  • Company-sponsored events and activities
  • Hybrid Work Environment
  • Pay Range: $25-27/hour

Job title

Medical Collections and Revenue Cycle Specialist

Job type

Experience level

JuniorMid level

Salary

$25 - $27 per hour

Degree requirement

High School Diploma

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