Senior collector vs collections coordinator

Differences between senior collector and collections coordinator duties and responsibilities

Senior collector example responsibilities.

• Accomplish the above in compliance with HIPAA regulations.
• Manage re-billings for third party accounts including: commercial carriers, manage care, PPO, POS and HMO organizations.
• Record CPT codes and ICD-9 codes on billing forms.
• Develop and pursue collection strategies to reduce the DSO.
• Process credit cards, purchase cards, ACH payments.
• Used the Medicaid web portal to check claim status and eligibility.
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Collections coordinator example responsibilities.

• Plan and conduct sensitive HUMINT collection operations with an emphasis on managing and debriefing confidential sources.
• Manage accounts receivable/payment, insurance billing and follow-up for a solo physician clinic, and direct communication with patients regarding bills.
• Audit outstanding accounts and resolve any balances including calling Medicare, Medicaid, government, private or commercial insurances.
• Perform daily follow-up on Medicare, Medicaid, workers compensation and commercial insurances.
• Hand illustrate fully render with marker and colore pencil sketches and Photoshop render drawings.
• Submit insurance appeals and provider disputes when necessary.
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