Description:

　　The Collector 1 performs telephone calls and website checks for claim status from insurance companies, government payers, third party payers, worker's compensation payers, medical groups, outside hospitals, and physician's offices to ensure timely payments for inpatient and outpatient hospital bills in accordance with the terms and conditions of each contract and/or insurance company policies. Determines if payer needs additional information, identifies barriers, and secures payment dates. Is responsible for following through with requested information as needed in order to remove payment barriers or escalates the account to Management or Payer Management. Develops collection recovery strategies with each payer. Performs other duties as needed.

　　Minimum one year of experience in healthcare billing, auditing, managed care or collections required; preferably in hospital billing.

　　Basic knowledge of automated billing, follow-up and adjudication systems required Basic knowledge of UB04, CPT, HCPC, ICD10, and EOB required. Able to keyboard 40 wpm and 10-Key. Able to read, write legibly; speak in English with professional quality; use computer, printer, and software programs necessary to the position (e.g., Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint). Operates and troubleshoots basic office equipment required for the position. Able to relate and communicate positively, effectively, and professionally with others; work calmly and respond courteously when under pressure; collaborate and accept direction. Able to communicate effectively in English in person, in writing, and on the telephone; think critically; manage multiple assignments effectively; organize and prioritize workload; work well under pressure; problem solve; recall information with accuracy; pay close attention to detail; work independently with minimal supervision. Able to distinguish colors as necessary; hear sufficiently for general conversation in person and on the telephone, and identify and distinguish various sounds associated with the workplace; see adequately to read computer screens, and written documents necessary to the position.

　　About TEKsystems:

　　We're partners in transformation. We help clients activate ideas and solutions to take advantage of a new world of opportunity. We are a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 clients, including 80% of the Fortune 500, across North America, Europe and Asia. As an industry leader in Full-Stack Technology Services, Talent Services, and real-world application, we work with progressive leaders to drive change. That's the power of true partnership. TEKsystems is an Allegis Group company.

　　The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

　　We are an equal opportunity employers and will consider all applications without regard to race, genetic information, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability or any other characteristic protected by law. To view the EEO is the law poster click here. Applicants with disabilities that require an accommodation or assistance a position, please call 888-472-3411 or email [email protected]. This is a dedicated line designed exclusively to assist job seekers whose disability prevents them from being able to apply online. Messages left for other purposes will not receive a response.