Medical AR Collections Specialist II

Title: Medical Accounts Receivable Collections Specialist Temp-to-Perm
Schedule: Flexible (set) start time between 7:00 AM – 9:00 AM (40 Hour Work Week)
Compensation: $21–$22/hr.
Remote/Hybrid | Melville, NY

We are seeking an experienced Medical A/R Collections Specialist to join a growing healthcare organization on a temp-to-perm basis. 

This role focuses on resolving claim denials, rejections, and underpayments while ensuring timely follow-up with payers to maximize reimbursement.
The position is primarily remote, with a required one week per month (3 days) on-site presence at their Melville, NY office.

• Analyze, research, and resolve insurance denials and claim rejections

• Perform follow-up with commercial payers, Medicare, and Medicaid to secure payment

• Correct and resubmit claims as needed, ensuring accuracy and compliance

• Review EOBs/ERAs and identify root causes for denials and underpayments

• Document all collection activity and maintain detailed account notes

• Collaborate with billing, coding, and internal teams to prevent recurring issues                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      

• 2–4 years of Medical A/R collections experience (required)
• Strong background handling denials and rejections across multiple payers

• Working knowledge of CPT, ICD-10, and medical billing workflows

• Experience with athenaIDX strongly preferred (training available)

• High attention to detail with strong analytical and follow-up skills

• Ability to work independently in a remote environment