Accounts Receivable Insurance Collector

Vaco • Phoenix, AZ

404d • $43,680 - $52,000

About The Position

Vaco Phoenix is seeking an experienced Medical Accounts Receivable (AR) Insurance Collector to join a top healthcare client in Phoenix, AZ. This position is contract-to-hire and requires expertise in collecting from large insurance companies within the healthcare industry. The role involves managing accounts, processing claims, and ensuring compliance with departmental protocols.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalency certificate required; college-level courses a plus; associate degree preferred.
• Experience in the healthcare industry, specifically in accounts receivable and insurance collections.
• Familiarity with ACHHS and Medicaid.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for collecting on accounts per department protocols.
• Processes claim appeals per departmental protocols.
• Reviews claim status daily to assure claim follow-up with payers.
• Analyze and research unpaid claims.
• Reprocess and submit accurate claims to payers.
• Reconcile accounts to determine underpayment, overpayment, or contractual adjustment correction.
• Manage aging reports.
• Batch and submit daily claims.
• Reach out to insurance companies regarding any discrepancy on unpaid/denied/rejected claims.
• Utilizes technical ability and understanding of applicable insurance contracts and regulations.
• Identifies and communicates any trends and carrier issues relating to billing and reimbursements.

Benefits

• Temp-to-hire position
• Competitive hourly wage of $21 - $25
• Immediate hiring

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Administrative and Support Services
• Education Level: High school or GED