Description

We are offering a permanent employment opportunity for a Medical Biller/Collections Specialist in the Healthcare/NHS industry, situated in CHICAGO, Illinois. The role involves maintaining an orderly and efficient system for managing customer accounts, processing customer applications, and resolving inquiries. You will also be tasked with monitoring customer accounts and taking appropriate action in a formal office setting.

Responsibilities:

• Efficiently process customer credit applications

• Keep customer credit records up-to-date and accurate

• Monitor customer accounts and initiate suitable action on overdue accounts

• Engage with customers over phone to understand reasons for overdue payments and negotiate debt repayment strategies

• Address customer queries regarding account balances and third-party payments in a timely manner

• Maintain comprehensive files and records to effectively monitor payment and payment plan programs

• Update customer demographics as required

• Perform various administrative tasks such as answering correspondence, preparing reports, and opening mail

• Communicate with third-party payers that have not made appropriate payments

• Post adjustments, write-offs, and process accounts for bad debt when necessary

• Regularly review accounts receivable aging reports and date of service histories for payment activity, ensuring billing rejections are reviewed and corrected.

The salary range for this position is $20 to $22/hr. Benefits available to contract/temporary professionals, include medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit Robert Half Benefits Website for more information.

Requirements • Proficiency in Accounting Software Systems is required for the effective management of financial records.

• Must possess solid knowledge of Accounts Receivable (AR) to ensure prompt and accurate invoicing.

• Experience with Appeals is necessary to handle disputes and claim denials effectively.

• Candidates should be familiar with Authorizations to manage patient information and insurance details.

• Understanding of Benefit Functions is essential to interpret and apply insurance benefits correctly.

• Should have strong skills in Billing Functions to generate accurate and timely medical bills.

• Proficiency in MEDITECH software is a must for efficient management of healthcare information.

Robert Half is the world’s first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles.

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All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information.

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