The Collections Coordinator is a critical role responsible for effectively and efficiently managing the accounts receivable process for an assigned group of payors or supported region / company.
Responsibilities
- Responsible for collecting, posting and managing patient account payments once balance is created for assigned office.
- Prepares, reviews and sends patient correspondence if necessary.
- Reviews finance charges for office per month.
- Read and research / correct denials or zero payment EOB’s for resolution
- Send bills or confirms vendor sent communication for patient responsibility for administered care
- Works with patients to arrange special payment options when necessary
- Follows and reports status of delinquent accounts. Works with Office Manager and RCM Lead to approve patients that need to be sent to collections.
- Tracks accounts receivable to identify any issues in overall office revenue cycle management
- Works to help identify patient balances for upcoming appointments.
- Ensures claims are processed accurately to secure timely payment.
- Responds to inquiries, questions, and concerns from patients regarding the status of claims in a clear, concise, and courteous manner.
- Conducts follow-up and submits reimbursement appeals for unpaid and / or inappropriately paid claims; ensures appropriate documentation of billing, follow-up, collection, and appeal efforts are recorded on accounts.
- Identifies, researches, and ensures timely processing of billing errors and corrections as they relate to claims; actively participates in problem identification and resolution and coordinates resolutions between appropriate parties.
Requirements
Qualifications
Associate's degree (A. A.) or equivalent from an accredited college, university or technical school; or three to five years related experience and / or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.Previous dental office knowledgePrevious high-volume collections experience with PPO’s, Worker' Comp, Medicare and Medicaid strongly preferredWorking knowledge of CPT and ICD-10 codesPrevious experience and demonstrated ability to thrive in a production-driven environmentExcellent time management & multi-tasking skillsProficiency with Microsoft Outlook suite of products; demonstrated aptitude for learning new software programsSuperior verbal and written communication skillsExperience with Denticon software-strongly preferredBenefits
Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)Short Term & Long Term Disability