Medical Collections Specialist

Medical Data Systems•Sebring, FL

11d

About The Position

A Medical Collections Representative contacts patient by telephone regarding their accounts and is responsible for ensuring collection of past due balances, answering questions and assisting in setting up alternative pay plans when necessary. Maintains patient account records and may settle third party payer issues.

Requirements

call center experience, preferably medical collections-hospital based; or collection agency – healthcare; or hospital business office, or multi-physician practice
Collections and Revenue Cycle Management understanding experience PREFERRED.
Self-motivated with strong communication skills.
Have a strong work ethic and a strong desire to achieve individual and team goals.
Able to follow all federal laws and complete the FDCPA training and pass
Logical and able to evaluate accounts for possible issues
Comfortable and confident asking people to pay their balances over the telephone
Follow all applicable federal and state laws
Punctual, professional and self – motivated with firm communication skills
Demonstrate flexibility when changes are announced
2 years of call center collection experience preferred.
High school diploma or GED
Experience and knowledge of medical collections is a plus
Able to pass a background check
Ability to read and interpret instructional materials such as policy guides, and rules.
Clear speaking voice & strong communication skills required including listening skills.
Comfortable working with computers.
Experience and Proficient with Microsoft Office (Word & Excel)
Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of situations where only limited information and facts are available