Insurance Collector I

HEALTH ADVOCATES•Los Angeles, CA

8d•$24 - $31•Onsite

About The Position

Health Advocates is seeking an Insurance Collector I with prior healthcare collections experience for our main office in Chatsworth, CA. Job Summary The Insurance Collector is responsible for the timely follow up and collection efforts on outstanding receivable accounts that are billed to insurance companies, managed care entities, government programs, and other liable third parties. Responsibilities include reviewing accounts to determine patient eligibility for various forms of coverage, evaluating aged accounts for a basis to appeal unpaid or underpaid amounts, and performing miscellaneous related duties as needed.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED equivalent required
Experience in healthcare claims processing and collections
Familiar with UBO4 or HCFA 1500 claims and data elements
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Detail-oriented with good organizational and time management skills
Basic office skills and computer literacy required
Must be able to type 35 WPM

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of Managed Care Contracts Interpretation and Calculations preferred

Responsibilities

Responsible for the timely follow up and collection efforts on outstanding receivable accounts that are billed to insurance companies, managed care entities, government programs, and other liable third parties.
Reviewing accounts to determine patient eligibility for various forms of coverage
Evaluating aged accounts for a basis to appeal unpaid or underpaid amounts
Performing miscellaneous related duties as needed.