Accounts Receivable Specialist I

Accounts Receivable Specialist I Virginia Beach, VA Job Details Full-time 1 day ago Qualifications Cash flow management Business financial process improvement Revenue cycle management Financial close processing Medical collection Financial data reconciliation Medical claims processing Financial transaction processing Financial reporting Medical coding Handling customer inquiries Regulatory compliance in claims processing High school diploma or GED Patient interaction 1 year Cross-functional collaboration Month-end close Healthcare compliance Communication skills Entry level Financial compliance

Full Job Description Department and Name:

Rev Cycle Call Center & Patient Collections- Consolidated Hospital Support Physical Location:

Virginia Beach, VA Location Type:

Remote Employment Status:

Regular-Full time

Shift:

First (Days)

Posted Date:

March 5, 2026 Job Overview Sentara Independence in Virginia Beach is looking to hire a Remote Accounts Receivable Specialist I. This is remote position, however; candidates must reside in the Hampton Roads area. The Accounts Receivable Specialist I is responsible for managing the day-to-day operations of the organization's accounts receivable. This role involves ensuring accurate and timely collection of payments from consumers, insurance companies, and other payers. The Accounts Receivable Specialist will work to resolve billing issues, reconcile accounts, and maintain accurate records of transactions to ensure financial health and compliance with industry standards. Managing accounts receivable accounts, ensuring accurate billing and timely collection of payments. Reviewing and processing insurance claims, verifying patient information and coding for accuracy. Communicating with insurance providers, patients, and internal teams to resolve payment discrepancies or issues. Performing account reconciliations, identifying discrepancies, and applying appropriate payments or adjustments. Maintaining patient account balances, assisting with follow-up on unpaid claims, and issuing statements as needed. Ensuring adherence to healthcare billing regulations and policies. Assisting with month-end closing activities and financial reporting. Collaborating with other departments (e.g., billing, coding, and customer service) to streamline AR processes. Addressing and resolving any patient or insurance inquiries related to billing and payment issues. The AR Specialist I should possess strong attention to detail, excellent communication skills, and a solid understanding of healthcare billing practices and payer systems. This role supports the organization's financial operations by optimizing the accounts receivable process and improving cash flow.

Education:

High School Diploma required

Experience:

1 year of healthcare experience (required) Prior Accounts Receivable experience (preferred)

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Talroo-Allied Health, Accounts Receivable, Billing About Us Sentara Health, an integrated, not-for-profit health care delivery system, celebrates more than 135 years in pursuit of its mission - "we improve health every day." Sentara is one of the largest health systems in the U.S. Mid-Atlantic and Southeast, and among the top 20 largest not-for-profit integrated health systems in the country, with 34,000 employees, 12 hospitals in Virginia and Northeastern North Carolina including 10 hospitals with the prestigious Magnet® recognition, and the Sentara Health Plans division which serves more than 1 million members in Virginia and Florida. Sentara is recognized nationally for clinical quality and safety, and is strategically focused on innovation and creating an extraordinary health care experience for our patients and members. Sentara was named a Health Quality Innovator of the Year (2024), was recognized by Forbes as "America's Best-In-State Employer" (2024), "Best Employer for Veterans" (2022, 2023), and "Best Employer for Women" (2020), and named to IBM Watson Health's "Top 15 Health Systems" (2021, 2018). Learn more (Opens in a new tab)