Contract

Patient Accounts Representative

Lowell Community Health Center

Lowell Community Health Center

201-500 employees

Community health center delivering primary care

No salary listed

Lowell, MA, USA

In Person

Bachelor's

Category
Clerical & Data Entry (2)
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Requirements
  • Previous data entry experience required.
  • Knowledge of CPT-4, HCPCS, ICD-9 or ICD-10 codes and medical terminology a must!
  • High school diploma or equivalent required.
Responsibilities
  • Initial review and charge entry of encounter forms, preparation and processing manual insurance claims, evaluation of patient's financial status and establish budget payment plans with proper follow-up and reporting status of delinquent accounts.
  • In addition, working with other departments within Lowell Community Health Center to communicate any inaccuracies and providing patients with insurance benefit interpretations.
Desired Qualifications
  • None
Lowell Community Health Center

Lowell Community Health Center

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Lowell Community Health Center provides comprehensive primary care and related health services to residents of Greater Lowell, without denying care due to inability to pay. Services include primary care, OB-GYN, behavioral health, pharmacy, eye care, dental, lab and radiology, all in a single renovated facility with language support for many patients. Its integrated, one-stop model and commitment to affordable care set it apart from others, along with a long-standing, community-focused presence and culturally competent service. The center aims to reduce health disparities, improve overall well-being, and empower individuals to maximize their health.

Company Size

201-500

Company Stage

Grant

Total Funding

$500K

Headquarters

Lowell, Massachusetts

Founded

1970

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What believers are saying

  • Six inaugural residents started June 29, 2026, adding near-term clinical capacity.
  • The $224,892 Digital Navigator Program expands telehealth and MyChart adoption.
  • Partnerships with Tufts Medicine, UMass Lowell, and Lowell Public Schools deepen referral flow.

What critics are saying

  • Tom Murphy became CFO in February 2026 after an interim period, signaling financial pressure.
  • Residency success hinges on recruiting and retaining 18 residents by full scale.
  • If grant-funded digital and justice programs stall, Lowell CHC loses differentiation fast.

What makes Lowell Community Health Center unique

  • The Tufts Medicine residency launched June 2026, creating physician pipeline capacity.
  • Lowell CHC's Health Justice Learning Institute won a $500,000 ACH grant.
  • The mobile health unit reaches Lowell Public Schools with on-site care and vaccinations.

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6 month growth

2%

1 year growth

2%

2 year growth

2%
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Feb 11th, 2026
Lowell Community Health Center Appoints Tom Murphy as Chief Financial Officer

Lowell Community Health Center appoints Tom Murphy as Chief Financial Officer. February 11, 2026 Lowell Community Health Center today announced the appointment of Tom Murphy as Chief Financial Officer, following his service as Interim CFO since July 2025. Murphy brings extensive financial and operational experience to the role, supporting the organization's ongoing work and priorities. During his time as Interim CFO, he worked closely with the finance and executive teams, providing steady leadership and oversight across the health center's financial systems. Prior to serving as Interim CFO, Murphy was Senior Director of Finance at Lowell Community Health Center. His collaborative leadership style and ability to manage complex financial work while keeping teams informed and supported have played an important role in supporting the organization's ongoing operations. "Tom stepped into the Interim CFO role with a clear understanding of our financial operations," said Susan West Levine, Chief Executive Officer of Lowell Community Health Center. "His experience, judgement, and consistency have been evident in his work with our finance and leadership teams. Over the past several months, Tom has earned the trust of our teams through his thoughtful approach and his commitment to keeping our work grounded and moving forward. I am confident in his continued leadership as our Chief Financial Officer." Before joining Lowell Community Health Center, Murphy held senior finance roles at Public Partnerships, LLC, where he oversaw large and complex financial operations and process improvement initiatives, including treasury functions, audits, and financial reporting across multiple programs and systems. Earlier in his career, he worked at PricewaterhouseCoopers and Takeda Pharmaceuticals, developing a strong foundation in accounting, compliance, and financial controls. Murphy's appointment reflects Lowell Community Health Center's focus on experienced financial leadership to support its mission and long-term sustainability.

The Lowell Sun
Dec 31st, 2024
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LOWELL - Lowell Public Schools has partnered with Lowell Community Health Center and the UMass Lowell Zuckerberg College of Health Sciences to bring a mobile health unit to six district schools in 2025.

The Lowell Sun
Sep 27th, 2024
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LOWELL - The Lowell Community Health Center has been awarded a $224,892.50 grant to implement the Digital Navigator Program, an initiative designed to enhance patient access to digital health services such as telehealth, MyChart and mobile devices.

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