Insurance A / R Collector

Job Description

Job Description

Ironwood Cancer & Research Centers has beautiful state-of-the-art integrated Cancer and Women's Centers, with locations strategically located throughout the Valley. Each one provides a superior cancer care environment with a full spectrum of cancer related services for patients. Our multi-disciplinary team approach includes surgical oncology, medical oncology, radiation oncology, women's centers, diagnostic imaging services, social service support, nutritionist, integrative services, and genetic counseling.

Mission Statement : To serve the community by providing quality, comprehensive cancer care which respects the values and needs of each individual.

Overview : We are currently looking for qualified and experienced Medical Insurance A / R Collectors. The Insurance A / R Collector will be responsible for the following up on outstanding accounts and reviewing all open claims and aging reports. This is a full time position working 40 hours per week, Monday - Friday schedule. This position is located in our Gilbert, Arizona office,

Essential Duties and Responsibilities :

• Complete all daily, weekly and monthly checklists. Weekly reports to supervisor.
• Reviews accounts and / or follow-up documents for outstanding accounts receivable issues.
• Review Aging (60+) Reports.
• Reviews and appeals unpaid denied claims. Works oldest and largest amounts first.
• Contacts patient’s insurance and / or third party organizations by telephone, online, correspondence or meetings to resolve issues impairing reimbursement and secure proper reimbursement for billed services.
• Performs accurate and timely appeals via phone or written to ensure accurate payer fee schedule reimbursements obtained for all services performed.
• Reviews payer websites for updates regularly and reports to supervisors or other staff as needed.
• Communicates to physicians, nurses, financial counselors or other employees in a professional manner for any patient payer issues affecting patient care.
• Documents in patient accounts notes timely.
• Resubmits insurance claims that have received no response or are not on file, in a timely manner according to each insurance’s contracted filing limits.

Knowledge and Skills :

Education and Qualifications :

We offer a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefit package including health insurance, 401(k) and a caring work environment. We are an E.O.E.

Visit our website at www.ironwoodcrc.com. "Outsmarting Cancer One Patient at a Time"