Patient Collection Coordinator

At LifeStance Health, we strive to help individuals, families, and communities with their mental health needs. Everywhere. Every day. It’s a lofty goal; we know. But we make it happen with the best team in mental healthcare.

Thank you for taking the time to explore a career with us. As the fastest growing mental health practice group in the country, now is the perfect time to join our team!

LifeStance Health Values

• Belonging: We cultivate a space where everyone can show up as their authentic self.

• Empathy: We seek out diverse perspectives and listen to learn without judgment.

• Courage: We are all accountable for doing the right thing - even when it's hard - because we know it's worth it.

• One Team: We realize our full potential when we work together towards our shared purpose.

ROLE OVERVIEW  

The Patient Collections Coordinator is charged with the medical billing activities related to services provided by LifeStance Health and associated clinical practices. The coordinator will work collaboratively with patients and office team members to ensure that billing practices are complete and accurate. The ideal candidate will be someone who has a strong desire to work individually while meeting the needs of a national organization. An important key requirement is the self-accountability to drive success in a virtual team environment. This position is a remote role with the ability to sit within any US locality where LifeStance is represented. A Patient Collections Coordinator is responsible for all functions related to the collection of payment on patient accounts. 

HOURLY: $19.40 - 21.00/hour

RESPONSIBILITIES  

• Maintain current information on correct and lawful practices for billing payers 

• Make outbound phone calls to patients regarding aging balances 

• Manage inbound/outbound and written correspondence to and from patients regarding billing issues and statement questions 

• Utilize worklists to identify and address claims processing issues and ensure accuracy of patient balances 

• Work closely with front office staff to identify and correct inaccuracies in patient accounts 

• Negotiating reasonable payment plans when patients are unable to pay bills due to financial hardship 

• Handle all aspects of the collection process as it relates to patient balances 

• Follow established policies and procedures to safeguard collection  

• Assist with other patient collections duties as needed 

SKILLS & EXPERIENCE 

• High school diploma or GED equivalent required 

• 1+ years of medical facility or medical office billing experience 

• Experience with automated billing systems preferred 

• Experience with training in business office activities …