Billing & AR Specialist - Home Health & Hospice

Transition Home Healthcare; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 43,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Pay

Generous PTO & Holidays

Medical

Dental

Vision

Life insurance & LTD/AD&D

Short-Term Disability

Supplemental Insurances

401(k) with match

Job summary

Transition Home Healthcare is seeking an Accounts Receivable & Billing Specialist for onsite work in Houston, TX. You will manage billing operations, AR, and revenue cycle activities to ensure timely reimbursement and accuracy across EMR systems. Strong MS Office skills and familiarity with insurance processes are essential.

Experience with Homecare Homebase EMR is preferred. The role emphasizes patient, payor, and referral communications, with a focus on accuracy, confidentiality, and

Qualifications

• Minimum one year of experience with billing processes and AR in home health/hospice.
• Knowledge of various insurance and HMO plans; ability to research complex issues.
• Experience with home health insurance, authorization, and appeals requirements.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Experience with Homecare Homebase EMR preferred.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Ensure reimbursement through efficient billing and collections operations and AR management.
• Ensure billing and patient account records updated in EMR systems; document follow-up and necessary information.
• Work aged accounts receivable, resubmit bills on overdue accounts, and refer significantly delinquent accounts to supervisor.
• Gather, collate, and report key billing information to the Director of Revenue Cycle Management.
• Understand the billing information system and maintain knowledge including upgrades and enhancements.
• Establish and maintain positive working relationships with patients, family members, payors, and referral sources.
• Maintain comprehensive knowledge of insurance requirements and authorization.
• Have knowledge of payor contracts and ensure payors are billed according to contract provisions.
• Protect the confidentiality of patient and organization information through effective controls.
• Complete other tasks as required and designated by supervisor and/or administrator.

Job description

Transition Home Healthcare is seeking an Accounts Receivable & Billing Specialist for onsite work in Houston, TX. You will manage billing operations, AR, and revenue cycle activities to ensure timely reimbursement and accuracy across EMR systems. Strong MS Office skills and familiarity with insurance processes are essential.

Experience with Homecare Homebase EMR is preferred. The role emphasizes patient, payor, and referral communications, with a focus on accuracy, confidentiality, and