Medical Collections Specialist

Accounts Receivable Specialist I This is where your work makes a difference. At Baxter, we believe every personregardless of who they are or where they are fromdeserves a chance to live a healthy life. It was our founding belief in 1931 and continues to be our guiding principle. We are redefining healthcare delivery to make a greater impact today, tomorrow, and beyond. Our Baxter colleagues are united by our Mission to Save and Sustain Lives. Together, our community is driven by a culture of courage, trust, and collaboration. Every individual is empowered to take ownership and make a meaningful impact. We strive for efficient and effective operations, and we hold each other accountable for delivering exceptional results. Here, you will find more than just a jobyou will find purpose and pride. Your Role At Baxter As an Accounts Receivable Specialist I, you will play a key role in ensuring timely and accurate reimbursement for Baxter's products by managing collections activities for assigned Commercial and Medicaid payers. You will work directly with insurance companies to resolve outstanding claims, correct denials, submit appeals, and ensure proper payment. This role is essential to maintaining healthy cash flow and supporting Baxter's broader revenue cycle operations. You will join a collaborative team within our Collections organization, working closely with colleagues, internal partners, and payer representatives. This position offers the opportunity to build deep expertise in medical insurance reimbursement, strengthen problem-solving skills, and contribute to a team that values accuracy, communication, and continuous improvement. This is a hybrid position based in St. Paul, Minnesota. What You'll Be Doing Perform collections activities on outstanding claims for assigned Commercial and Medicaid payers Work all denials within required timeframes and submit accurate, timely appeals Process corrected claims, rebills, and adjustments in accordance with established policies Research and resolve credit balances to ensure accurate account reconciliation Document and follow up on explanations of benefits (EOBs) and payer responses Identify payer trends or recurring issues and escalate them to leadership Communicate professionally with payers, patients, and internal stakeholders to resolve claim issues Follow all department policies, procedures, job aids, and standard work requirements What You'll Bring High school diploma or equivalent required; AA or BA/BS preferred 1+ years of experience in medical collections and/or medical billing Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills High attention to detail with the ability to organize, prioritize, and manage multiple tasks Critical thinking and problem-solving skills to resolve complex claim issues Ability to work independently while maintaining positive working relationships Proficiency with Microsoft Office; experience with billing database software preferred Understanding of insurance benefits, coverage criteria, and basic revenue cycle processes Baxter is committed to supporting the needs for flexibility in the workplace. We do so through our flexible workplace policy which includes a required minimum number of days a week onsite. This policy provides the benefits of connecting and collaborating in-person in support of our Mission. The flexible workplace policy is subject to local laws and legal requirements. At its discretion, Baxter may decide to adjust, suspend, or discontinue as business needs change. We understand compensation is an important factor as you consider the next step in your career. At Baxter, we are committed to equitable pay for all employees, and we strive to be more transparent with our pay practices. The estimated base salary for this position is $51,200 -$70,400. The estimated range is meant to reflect an anticipated salary range for the position. We may pay more or less than of the anticipated range based upon market data and other factors, all of which are subject to change. Individual pay is based on upon location, skills and expertise, experience, and other relevant factors. For questions about this, our pay philosophy, and available benefits, please speak to the recruiter if you decide to apply and are selected for an interview. Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa at this time. US Benefits at Baxter (except for Puerto Rico) This is where your well-being matters. Baxter offers comprehensive compensation and benefits packages for eligible roles. Our health and well-being benefits include medical and dental coverage that start on day one, as well as insurance coverage for basic life, accident, short-term and long-term disability, and business travel accident insurance. Financial and retirement benefits include the Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP), with the ability to purchase company stock at a discount, and the 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan (RSP), with options for employee contributions and company matching. We also offer Flexible Spending Accounts, educational assistance programs, and time-off benefits such as paid holidays, paid time off ranging from 20 to 35 days based on length of service, family and medical leaves of absence, and paid parental leave. Additional benefits include commuting benefits, the Employee Discount Program, the Employee Assistance Program (EAP), and childcare benefits. Join us and enjoy the competitive compensation and benefits we offer to our employees. For additional information regarding Baxter US Benefits, please speak with your recruiter or visit our Benefits site. Equal Employment Opportunity Baxter is an equal opportunity employer. Baxter evaluates qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, protected veteran status, disability/handicap status or any other legally protected characteristic. Reasonable Accommodations Baxter is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities globally. If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or interview process, please click on the link here and let us know the nature of your request along with your contact information. Recruitment Fraud Notice Baxter has discovered incidents of employment scams, where fraudulent parties pose as Baxter employees, recruiters, or other agents, and engage with online job seekers in an attempt to steal personal and/or financial information. To learn how you can protect yourself, review our Recruitment Fraud Notice.