Billing & Accounts Receivable

Join our healthcare billing team as a Self-Pay Collections Specialist and help patients navigate payment options while supporting successful account resolution. This role is ideal for candidates with experience in medical billing, accounts receivable, patient financial services, or healthcare collections. You'll work directly with patients, clinics, and internal teams to improve collections performance while delivering excellent customer service.
If you are detail-oriented, organized, and experienced in healthcare revenue cycle operations, we encourage you to apply.

Qualifications
High School Diploma or GED required

Experience

Minimum of 2 years of experience in:

Medical billing
Accounts receivable
Patient financial services
Healthcare collections within a physician practice or healthcare setting

Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook

Experience working with Electronic Practice Management (EPM) systems or similar healthcare software

Accurate data entry and record management skills

Ability to generate reports and maintain account documentation
Knowledge of insurance payer sources and payer agreements

Strong verbal and written communication skills

Ability to create and send collection correspondence

Strong organizational and multitasking abilities

Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment while maintaining accuracy

Responsibilities

Identify and verify patient insurance coverage and payer sources
Perform patient registration and benefit verification
Maintain accurate patient demographic and financial information within the EPM system
Research and resolve uninsured, underinsured, sliding-scale, and self-pay patient accounts
Collect deposits, co-payments, and outstanding balances
Educate patients on financial policies and available payment options
Coordinate with Accounts Receivable teams regarding denial resolution and corrective actions
Maintain ongoing communication with patients and clinic staff regarding financial arrangements
Document all account activities and payment agreements accurately
Conduct retrospective audits of self-pay accounts and update patient information as needed
Support department collection initiatives and account receivable campaigns
Assist with inbound patient calls and provide financial service support
Ensure compliance with HIPAA guidelines and all applicable federal, state, and local regulations
Participate in quality improvement and organizational performance initiatives
Utilize Electronic Health Record (EHR) and Practice Management systems in daily operations
Perform additional duties as assigned

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For temporary assignments lasting 13 weeks or longer, AppleOne is pleased to offer major medical, dental, vision, 401k and any statutory sick pay where required.

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Additional Skills

Ready to grow your career in medical billing, healthcare collections, and patient financial services?
Apply today to join a dedicated healthcare team where your expertise in accounts receivable, patient account resolution, and customer service can make a meaningful impact. We welcome candidates from diverse backgrounds and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone can succeed.