Central Authorization & Billing Specialist

Ohio Living; Ohio; On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Ohio Living is seeking a Central Authorization Coordinator for Home Health & Hospice to verify and manage authorizations, including eligibility checks and payer submissions. You will maintain accurate patient data, coordinate with sites and billing, and monitor appeals for timely resolution.

The role requires Insurance & Billing experience, proficiency with Windows and MS Office, and a high school diploma or equivalent. On-site work with potential weekend coverage may apply.

Qualifications

• Experience in insurance and billing is required.
• Experience in long-term care, hospital, or healthcare accounting preferred.
• Proficiency with Windows and Microsoft Office is required.

Responsibilities

• Authorization verification and management for home health and hospice services.
• Upload, index, and submit authorizations via payer portals or fax.
• Recertify authorizations and communicate with sites and billing staff.
• Enter authorization numbers into billing systems and maintain data integrity.
• Respond to emails and calls promptly; track appeals and updates.

Skills

Insurance & Billing

Microsoft Office

Data entry

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Windows

Microsoft Office

Job description

Ohio Living is seeking a Central Authorization Coordinator for Home Health & Hospice to verify and manage authorizations, including eligibility checks and payer submissions. You will maintain accurate patient data, coordinate with sites and billing, and monitor appeals for timely resolution.

The role requires Insurance & Billing experience, proficiency with Windows and MS Office, and a high school diploma or equivalent. On-site work with potential weekend coverage may apply.