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Medix

Medical Collections Specialist

Houston, TX · On-site

$25 - $32/hr

Job Summary Our client is seeking a results-driven Medical Collections Specialist to join their Central Business Office. This role involves aggressive follow-up, appeal, and resolution of unpaid or ...

MPOWERHealth

Medical Collections Specialist

San Antonio, TX · On-site

$16.50 - $20.50/hr

This position will be responsible for navigating the electronic medical record (EMR) and billing systems to obtain/produce and transmit the records required by the applicable insurance carrier or ...

SCP Health

Medical Collections Specialist

Dallas, TX · On-site

$18 - $22.50/hr

Prepare timely appeals to overturn medical necessity, and various denials. * Provide regular feedback to management based on payer research and behavior trends. * Weekly feedback on payer/facility ...

SCP Health

Medical Collections Specialist

Dallas, TX · On-site

$18 - $22.50/hr

Prepare timely appeals to overturn medical necessity, and various denials. * Provide regular feedback to management based on payer research and behavior trends. * Weekly feedback on payer/facility ...

Surgery Partners

Collections Specialist

Mckinney, TX · On-site

$17.25 - $23.25/hr

Minimum 1-2 years of experience in medical collections, healthcare billing, or a similar role in a hospital or clinic. * Familiarity with EHR and billing systems (e.g., Epic, Cerner, Meditech) is ...

ARStrat

Medical Billing & Collections Rep

Denison, TX · On-site

$15/hr

As a Medical Billing and Collections Representative, you'll play a key role in resolving patient accounts quickly and respectfully, offering payment solutions, and working with insurance companies.

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How much do medical collections jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 7, 2026, the average hourly pay for medical collections in Texas is $18.57, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $16.35 and $20.38 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a medical collections specialist, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Medical Collections Specialist, you need a solid understanding of medical billing, insurance processes, and accounts receivable, often supported by experience in healthcare finance or a related certification. Familiarity with billing software, electronic health records (EHR) systems, and collections databases is typically required. Strong negotiation, attention to detail, and effective communication skills help you resolve payment issues and maintain positive relationships with patients and insurers. These skills ensure timely revenue recovery for healthcare providers while upholding compliance and patient satisfaction.

What is medical collections?

Medical collections refer to the process of recovering unpaid medical bills from patients or insurance companies. When a patient or their insurer does not pay for medical services within a specified period, healthcare providers may assign or sell the debt to a collections agency. Medical collections specialists work to contact patients, negotiate payment plans, and ensure outstanding balances are resolved. This process is essential for maintaining the financial health of medical practices and hospitals while also adhering to relevant laws and regulations.

What are some common challenges faced in a medical collections role and how can they be effectively managed?

Medical Collections professionals often encounter challenges such as navigating complex insurance policies, handling denied or delayed claims, and communicating with patients who may be experiencing financial hardship. Success in this role requires strong organizational skills, persistence, and empathy when discussing account balances with patients. Building positive relationships with insurance companies and maintaining accurate records can help streamline the collection process and support timely resolution of outstanding accounts.

What does a medical collections specialist do?

A medical collections specialist manages unpaid medical bills by contacting patients and insurance companies to collect payments, verify insurance coverage, and resolve billing discrepancies. They often use billing software and must have knowledge of healthcare regulations and insurance processes to ensure accurate and timely collections.

What are medical collections jobs?

People who work in medical collections serve as an intermediary between the patient and the insurance company. Your responsibilities in this career include filing claims, answering patients’ questions about their health care, and advising patients on their insurance and benefit coverage. Medical collectors run a monthly report to find any outstanding bill that is at least 30 days old. You then call up insurance companies to settle any billing matters. Other duties include appealing any claims that an insurance company has denied a patient and fixing any mistakes with the billing department. You also perform administrative tasks.

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Infographic showing various Medical Collections job openings in Texas as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 78% Full Time, 15% Part Time, and 6% Contract. Highlights an 91% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 8% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $38,619 per year, or $18.6 per hour.

Medical Collections Representative

Peyton Resource Group (PRG)

San Antonio, TX • On-site

$20 - $21/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life

Re-posted 13 days ago

Job description

Our medical client is seeking an experienced Billing and Collections Specialist to support the financial success of the facility through accurate and efficient revenue cycle management. This role plays a vital part in billing, claims processing, reimbursement, and patient financial communication. The ideal candidate brings strong healthcare business office knowledge and thrives in a fast-paced, service-driven environment.


Key Responsibilities

  • Ensure accurate and timely billing of facility claims across all payer types and admission sources.
  • Audit claims for correct coding, documentation, and authorization prior to submission.
  • Complete all required claim edits and submit clean claims to the clearinghouse.
  • Monitor daily clearinghouse activity, claim holds, and payer websites for updates.
  • Interpret payer contracts to confirm reimbursement aligns with contracted rates.

Qualifications

  • Minimum 2 years of healthcare/medical experience (billing and collections).
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills.
  • Ability to work professionally with patients, payers, and internal departments.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office, patient accounting systems, and basic math.
  • Familiarity with medical terminology and payer requirements.

Company Description

Who We Are:
Peyton Resource Group (PRG) has a 20-year track record of delivering real results for our clients. With offices in Dallas, San Antonio and Austin, PRG is an innovative industry leader utilizing the latest technology to drastically reduce the time-to-hire problem plaguing most companies today.
What We Do: We innovate. We understand. We collaborate. We move forward. We get IT done.

How We Do It:
We partner with world-class organizations that offer exciting career paths to their employees.
We cultivate relationships with the best and brightest talent in the marketplace.
We leverage technology in a way that is helping to redefine the staffing industry.
Our Results: We solve today's critical staffing challenges, while delivering best-of-class professionals to our clients.