Authorization Specialist – Home Health & Hospice

Ohio Living; Lincoln (NE); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Ohio Living is seeking a Central Authorization Coordinator to manage home health and hospice authorizations, verify patient eligibility, and maintain billing data accuracy. You will submit authorizations, track status, and ensure timely communication with sites and payors.

The role emphasizes attention to detail, experience with Medicare/Medicaid eligibility, and proficiency in Windows and Microsoft Office within a healthcare setting.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Experience in insurance and billing required.
• Experience in long-term care, hospital, or related healthcare accounting preferred.
• Experience with Medicare Advantage and Medicaid eligibility preferred.
• Proficiency with Windows and Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and internet required.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and process all new and extended authorizations accurately.
• Update patient demographics and billing information in the EMR and payer portals.
• Submit authorizations via payer portals or fax and monitor status updates.
• Perform recertifications and communicate authorization issues to sites and billing staff.
• Enter authorization numbers into billing systems in a timely manner.
• Support data integrity and respond to inquiries from locations and payors.

Skills

Billing experience

Insurance knowledge

Communication skills

Reading and writing English

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Windows

Microsoft Office

Internet

Job description

Ohio Living is seeking a Central Authorization Coordinator to manage home health and hospice authorizations, verify patient eligibility, and maintain billing data accuracy. You will submit authorizations, track status, and ensure timely communication with sites and payors.

The role emphasizes attention to detail, experience with Medicare/Medicaid eligibility, and proficiency in Windows and Microsoft Office within a healthcare setting.