Billing Specialist

Sangre de Cristo Community Care - Hospice•Pueblo, CO

6d•$21 - $25

About The Position

We are seeking a detail-oriented and motivated Billing Specialist to join our team. In this role, you will be responsible for preparing, submitting, and following up on insurance claims for Home Health, Hospice, and Palliative Care services. If you have experience with medical billing, enjoy solving reimbursement challenges, and are committed to accuracy and compliance, we'd love to hear from you.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent
Minimum of two (2) years of medical billing experience
Knowledge of Medicare, Medicaid, and commercial insurance billing requirements
Experience with HCPCS, CPT, and ICD-10 coding
Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
Excellent communication and problem-solving abilities
Ability to prioritize multiple tasks while meeting deadlines

Nice To Haves

Associate degree in Healthcare Administration, Accounting, or a related field
Experience billing for Home Health, Hospice, or Palliative Care
Experience with Homecare Homebase, Netsmart, or similar EMR/billing software

Responsibilities

Prepare, review, and submit electronic and paper claims accurately and on time
Verify HCPCS, CPT, and ICD-10 coding and ensure documentation supports billed services
Bill Medicare, Medicaid, commercial insurance, and other third-party payers
Monitor billing work queues, claim edits, and validation reports
Investigate and resolve denied, rejected, or underpaid claims
Follow up on outstanding accounts to maximize timely reimbursement
Collaborate with clinical and administrative teams to resolve documentation issues affecting billing
Maintain accurate billing records within the agency's EMR and billing systems
Stay current with CMS regulations, payer requirements, HIPAA standards, and industry best practices
Assist with month-end billing activities and provide cross-coverage as needed
Develop and maintain clear process documentation for billing procedures