Home Health Authorization Specialist

Stella Maris Inc; Mays Chapel (MD); On-site; USD 26,725 - 40,088; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO & company holidays

Tuition reimbursement

401(k) with company match

Healthcare, vision & dental benefits

Insurance discounts

Job summary

Stella Maris Inc. is seeking an Authorization Coordinator in Maryland to support our Home Health team. This full-time role focuses on securing insurance authorizations, verifying eligibility, and assisting with related billing tasks within a patient-centered setting.

Responsibilities include obtaining authorizations, coordinating with payers, updating the EHR, and assisting with intake for new patients. Prior home health experience and strong communication skills are required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Prior home health or medical billing experience preferred.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Obtain and track authorizations for home care, including pre-authorizations and appeals.
• Coordinate follow-up with payers to ensure timely authorizations and address denials.
• Perform monthly eligibility and benefits checks and inform patients of changes.
• Document authorization details in the EHR and maintain up-to-date records.
• Assist with intake coordination for new patients and support scheduling workflows.

Skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Job description

Stella Maris Inc. is seeking an Authorization Coordinator in Maryland to support our Home Health team. This full-time role focuses on securing insurance authorizations, verifying eligibility, and assisting with related billing tasks within a patient-centered setting.

Responsibilities include obtaining authorizations, coordinating with payers, updating the EHR, and assisting with intake for new patients. Prior home health experience and strong communication skills are required.