Collections Specialist – Colorado Springs Orthopaedic Group – Colorado Springs, CO

GENERAL SUMMARY OF DUTIES: This position is primarily responsible for collecting patient balances with the following duties:

Essential Functions: Responsibilities include but are not limited to, the following:

Handles all incoming calls to the billing department to answer questions on accounts and take payments.

  • Establishes payment plans to help patients manage payment of bills.
  • Sends delinquent accounts to appropriate collection agencies.
  • Handles walk in patients’ questions regarding EOB, statements, payment plans, etc.
  • Sends receipts to patients.
  • Responds to patient billing and statement inquiries.
  • Responds to billing company inquiries within 24 hours
  • Researches accounts to verify billing, posting and adjustments.
  • Works with practitioners, medical assistants, and other necessary personnel to discuss collection accounts.
  • Work aging accounts in billing system to collect past due and current accounts for patient responsibility
  • Verify balances on account with attorneys and lien companies
  • All other duties as assigned

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $14.00 – $17.00 per hour

Benefits:

  • 401(k)
  • Dental insurance
  • Employee assistance program
  • Health insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Retirement plan
  • Vision insurance

Schedule:

  • 8 hour shift
  • Monday to Friday

Experience:

  • Collections: 1 year (Preferred)
  • Medical Terminology: 1 year (Required)

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