Accounts Receivable Coordinator

Medicare Billing Specialist (Hospice) Long Term Temporary, 12 weeks Salary: $21.50 - $25.00/hr, based on years of experience 8:30-4:30pm (M-F In Office)Position SummaryThe Hospice Medical Biller / Accounts Receivable (A/R) Coordinator is responsible for preparing, submitting, and monitoring hospice claims to ensure accurate and timely reimbursement. This position manages billing activities related to Medicare, Medicaid, Managed Medicaid, and commercial payers while ensuring compliance with hospice billing regulations. The Hospice Biller monitors accounts receivable, resolves reimbursement issues, and coordinates with internal departments to ensure claims are processed accurately and payments are received timely. Essential Job FunctionsHospice Billing OperationsPrepare and submit hospice claims electronically to Medicare, Medicaid, and commercial payers.Utilize billing software to adjust, correct, and resubmit claims when necessary.Monitor claims to ensure timely submission and reimbursement.Bill hospice discharges on a weekly basis. Medicare Hospice BillingProcess Notice of Election (NOE) billing requirements.Enter and manage NOE information in the billing system.Ensure compliance with Medicare hospice billing regulations and submission timelines. Room & Board BillingPrepare and submit Room & Board claims for hospice patients residing in nursing facilities.Coordinate with contracted facilities to ensure accurate census information for billing.Monitor room and board reimbursement and resolve payment discrepancies. Follow up with payers or facilities regarding unpaid room and board claims. Accounts Receivable ManagementMonitor hospice accounts receivable to ensure timely reimbursement.Investigate and resolve unpaid or denied claims.Follow up on rejected claims and resubmit corrections as needed.Coordinate accounts receivable activities to meet required schedules for billing and financial reporting. Payment Processing & AdjustmentsPost payments to hospice patient accounts.Prepare adjustments within the accounts receivable system when necessary.Reconcile payment activity with billing reports.Assist with identifying and resolving payment discrepancies. Revenue Cycle CoordinationCommunicate with clinical and administrative staff to obtain documentation required for billing or claim resolution.Participate in revenue cycle team meetings as necessary.Maintain accurate billing documentation and records.Support process improvements to enhance billing accuracy and reimbursement efficiency. QualificationsEducationHigh school diploma required Experience3+ years of hospice billing or healthcare revenue cycle experience. Knowledge & SkillsKnowledge of Medicare hospice billing regulationsExperience with room and board billing for hospice patients in nursing facilitiesFamiliarity with Medicaid and managed care payer processesExperience with electronic billing systems and EHR platformsStrong attention to detail and organizational skillsMicrosoft Excel and Word applications. Benefits: Health Insurance, Vacation and PTO available after completion of required hours worked.