Billing Specialist - Collector
Millcreek of Arkansas
Summary
We are seeking a detail-oriented Patient Billing Specialist to join our Business Office team. This role is responsible for insurance and patient billing, payment posting, accounts receivable follow-up, and maintaining accurate patient account records to support timely reimbursement and cash flow.
Job description
Responsibilities
- Process and submit insurance and patient bills to maximize reimbursement.
- Accurately enter charges, payments, adjustments, and other account transactions.
- Follow up with insurance companies on submitted claims to ensure timely payment.
- Perform electronic billing and claims submission.
- Post cash receipts, adjustments, and maintain patient account records.
- Prepare bank deposits and record accounts receivable and miscellaneous cash.
- Balance accounts receivable and maintain supporting reports in accordance with department policies.
- Contact insurance companies and guarantors regarding outstanding balances and payment status.
- Verify insurance benefits and audit admission paperwork for accuracy and completeness.
- Review and update patient demographic and insurance information in the patient accounting system.
- Maintain collection, charity, and adjustment logs and review activity with leadership.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent required.
- Minimum of 3 years of business office experience, preferably in a hospital or medical office setting.
- Knowledge of medical billing, accounts receivable, payment posting, and insurance follow-up.
- Strong data entry, organizational, and attention-to-detail skills.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent required.
- Minimum of 3 years of business office experience, preferably in a hospital or medical office setting.
- Knowledge of medical billing, accounts receivable, payment posting, and insurance follow-up.
- Strong data entry, organizational, and attention-to-detail skills.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
Company overview
Millcreek of Arkansas is a specialized behavioral health treatment facility located in Arkansas, focusing on comprehensive mental health care services. The organization provides inpatient and outpatient treatment programs for individuals struggling with various mental health conditions, including mood disorders, anxiety disorders, and other psychiatric conditions. As a healthcare provider in the mental health sector, Millcreek of Arkansas offers evidence-based therapeutic interventions, psychiatric evaluation and treatment, medication management, and specialized care programs tailored to meet the unique needs of each patient. The facility operates with a multidisciplinary approach, employing psychiatrists, psychologists, licensed therapists, and mental health professionals who work collaboratively to develop personalized treatment plans. Millcreek of Arkansas serves as an important resource in the regional healthcare landscape, addressing the growing need for accessible and quality mental health services. The organization's commitment to patient-centered care and clinical excellence positions it as a key provider in Arkansas's behavioral health network, contributing to improved mental health outcomes for individuals and families throughout the state.