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Collector · Columbus, GA
Reviews and analyzes accounts to ensure that all possible sources of reimbursement have been maximized.
Determines the most effective method to recover remaining balances in accordance with the collection policies
and procedures. Assists patients requiring financial assistance by researching and communicating alternatives
to satisfy his/her financial responsibility to the hospital.
Essential Job Duties
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Verifies third party coverage and obtains pre-certification for pre-admitted patients.
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Performs a financial assessment on each patient to establish appropriate payment arrangements.
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Visits in-house patients to discuss and obtain financial arrangements prior to discharge.
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Responds to telephone calls concerning problem accounts.
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Reviews and refer accounts that are delinquent to outside collection agencies or attorneys.
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Calls patients or their representatives to collect the account balance or set up repayment schedule.
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Refers patients to cost recovery vendor for assistance in obtaining Medicaid, Supplemental Social
Security (SSI) etc.
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Processes return mail, skip trace and review bad debt.
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Maintains knowledge of all collection law in Georgia and...
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