Collection Representative Patient Billing Services
About The Position
Mass General Brigham relies on a wide range of professionals, including doctors, nurses, business people, tech experts, researchers, and systems analysts to advance our mission. As a not-for-profit, we support patient care, research, teaching, and community service, striving to provide exceptional care. We believe that high-performing teams drive groundbreaking medical discoveries and invite all applicants to join us and experience what it means to be part of Mass General Brigham. Job Summary The Collection Representative is responsible for communicating with patients, insurance companies, and other parties to collect outstanding balances, resolve billing disputes, and ensure proper reimbursement for the hospital. Justification Justification MGB Enterprise is hiring an exceptional Customer Service Professional for our Team!
Requirements
- High School Diploma or Equivalent required or Associate's Degree Healthcare Management preferred
- Collections Experience 1-2 years preferred
- Knowledge of medical billing processes, insurance claim submission, and reimbursement principles.
- Familiarity with insurance plans, government programs, and their billing requirements.
- Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, to interact effectively with patients, insurance companies, and colleagues.
- Strong negotiation and problem-solving skills to resolve billing disputes and collect outstanding balances.
- Attention to detail and accuracy in recording collection activities and maintaining documentation
Responsibilities
- Monitor and manage the accounts receivable of the hospital by reviewing and following up on outstanding balances.
- Communicate with insurance companies, patients, and other relevant parties to resolve billing issues and outstanding claims.
- Contact patients and insurance companies via phone calls, emails, or written correspondence to collect outstanding balances.
- Investigate and resolve billing disputes or discrepancies by gathering necessary documentation, coordinating with the billing department, and communicating with patients or their representatives.
- Verify insurance coverage and eligibility for patients, ensuring accurate billing and claim submission.
- Assist patients in understanding their medical bills, insurance coverage, and payment options.
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of collections activities, payment arrangements, and communication with patients and insurance companies.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
