Medical Collections Specialist

Robert Half • Oceanside, CA • 83 days ago

Description

A busy healthcare company in Oceanside, CA is seeking a Medical Collections Specialist to join their team. In this role, you will play a critical part in managing accounts receivable, pursuing aged balances, and ensuring smooth collections processes with patients and payers.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Monitor and pursue outstanding patient balances from private and commercial insurers.

  • Prepare collection reports and perform follow-ups on delinquent accounts to ensure resolution.

  • Work with patients to resolve billing discrepancies and establish payment plans as needed.

  • Negotiate with insurance providers to maximize reimbursements and correct claims issues.

  • Ensure compliance with healthcare collection policies and HIPAA requirements.

  • Generate periodic reports on account statuses for management review.

  • Collaborate with billing and administrative teams to optimize the collections workflow.

    Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Business, Accounting, or related field preferred (or equivalent experience).

  • 2–4 years of experience in medical collections or healthcare accounts receivable.

  • Proficiency in electronic medical records and billing systems (e.g., Epic, Cerner).

  • Strong knowledge of healthcare regulations, reimbursement systems, and collection practices.

  • Excellent communication and negotiation skills to handle sensitive billing inquiries.

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