Accounts Receivable Specialist

Accounts Receivable Specialist – Vascular Surgery

Position Overview

The Accounts Receivable Specialist is responsible for managing all aspects of billing, collections, and reimbursement for a busy vascular surgery practice. This role ensures timely and accurate submission of claims, payment posting, and follow-up on outstanding accounts, supporting the financial health of the practice while maintaining compliance with healthcare regulations and payer requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare, review, and submit claims to insurance carriers, government payers, and patients.


• Accurately post insurance and patient payments (EOBs, ERAs, EFTs, checks, and credit cards).


• Review accounts receivable aging reports to identify outstanding balances and take action to resolve them.


• Follow up on denied, underpaid, or delayed claims and resubmit as necessary.


• Communicate with insurance companies to resolve claim issues and ensure proper reimbursement.


• Contact patients regarding balances, payment plans, and billing inquiries with professionalism and empathy.


• Reconcile daily deposits, payments, and adjustments in the practice management system.


• Maintain compliance with HIPAA regulations and payer guidelines.


• Assist with month-end reporting and support audits as needed.


• Collaborate with the clinical and administrative staff to ensure accurate coding and documentation for billing.

Qualifications

• Associate or bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, Healthcare Administration, or related field (preferred).


• 2+ years of experience in medical billing, accounts receivable, or revenue cycle management, preferably in a specialty practice or surgical setting.


• Knowledge of CPT, ICD-10, and HCPCS coding, as well as insurance claim processes.


• Familiarity with Medicare, Medicaid, and commercial insurance reimbursement guidelines.


• Proficiency with electronic health record (EHR) and practice management systems (e.g., Epic, Athenahealth, eClinicalWorks, NextGen).


• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.


• Excellent communication and problem-solving abilities.

Skills

• Medical billing and AR management


• Insurance follow-up and collections


• Payment posting and reconciliation


• Denial management and appeals


• Knowledge of healthcare compliance (HIPAA, payer regulations)


• Strong patient relations and customer service