The objective of the Professional Medical Collector is to assist the Reimbursement Supervisor with the billing and collection process for all MIDC branches. This is a full-time, in-person position at the office located in Burr Ridge, IL.Schedule: Monday- Friday (in-person)Specific Duties:1)Assist Reimbursement Supervisor in collecting intake information, verifying insurance benefits2)Provide explanation of charges as necessary to payers and patients3)Work denied claims via insurance portals, UHC, Availity, Medicare for multiple states4)Follow up with insurance companies and patients on any outstanding balances5)Develop mutually agreeable payment schedules with and patients6)Provide appropriate documentation with all printed claims, primary EOP, medical records7)Review Clearing House for claim rejections / errors, Waystar/Zirmed8)Perform re-determinations and appeals as needed via insurance portals9)Other duties and tasks as assignedRequirements
High School Diploma or Equivalent Required
Experience in medical collection practices required
Experience in Microsoft Suite and Outlook Preferred
Allscripts PM Experience a plus
Experience using insurance company portals (Medicare, Availity,etc.) preferred
Proof of current vaccinations, including recommended boosters, commonly required for those working with immunocompromised patients, including measles, mumps, rubella, varicella, hepatitis A & B, influenza, and COVID-19.
Requests for accommodations/exceptions will be considered on a case-by-case basis, consistent with applicable laws.