Accounts Receivable & Billing Specialist - Home Health
About The Position
Transition Home Healthcare and Pathways Hospice is seeking an organized, self-driven Accounts Receivable & Billing Specialist for home health and hospice operations. This onsite role in Houston, Texas focuses on efficient billing and collections, accurate patient account records, and effective accounts receivable management. The specialist works with patients, families, payors, referral sources, and organizational leaders, while protecting confidential patient and company information. The position requires at least one year of experience with billing processes, accounts receivable, prior authorizations, and billing systems in home health or hospice. Familiarity with insurance and HMO plans, home health insurance requirements, authorizations, appeals, and Microsoft Office is required. Experience with Homecare Homebase (HCHB) EMR is preferred.
Requirements
- At least one year of experience with billing processes, accounts receivable, prior authorizations, and billing systems in home health or hospice.
- Knowledge of different insurance and HMO plans and the ability to research complex issues.
- Working knowledge of home health insurance, authorization, and appeals requirements.
- Proficient experience with Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
Nice To Haves
- Experience with Homecare Homebase (HCHB) EMR.
Responsibilities
- Ensure reimbursement through efficient billing and collections operations and effective accounts receivable management.
- Update billing and patient account records accurately and promptly in multiple EMR systems, documenting follow-up and relevant account information.
- Work aged accounts receivable, resubmit bills on overdue accounts, and refer significantly delinquent accounts to a supervisor for further collection.
- Gather, collate, and report key billing information to the Director of Revenue Cycle Management.
- Maintain comprehensive working knowledge of the billing information system, including upgrades and enhancements.
- Establish and maintain positive working relationships with patients, family members, payors, and referral sources.
- Maintain working knowledge of insurance company and authorization requirements.
- Understand payor contracts and ensure payors are billed according to contract provisions.
- Protect the confidentiality of patient and organizational information through effective controls and direct supervision of billing operations.
- Complete other tasks as required and designated by a supervisor and/or administrator.
Benefits
- Competitive pay
- Generous paid time off (PTO) and holidays
- Medical insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Life insurance
- LTD/AD&D insurance
- Short-term disability insurance
- Supplemental insurance plans, including hospital indemnity, cancer policies, and legal plans
- 401(k) with employer match
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
No Education Listed
