Impactful Home Health Authorization Specialist

Stella Maris Inc; Towson (MD); On-site; USD 27,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO & holidays

Tuition reimbursement

403(B) retirement plan with company 2%

Health, prescription, vision & dental

Insurance discounts

Pet Wellness coverage

Mental Health resources

Perks at Work

Job summary

Stella Maris Inc. is seeking an Authorization Coordinator to join our Home Health team in Maryland.

This full-time role, Monday–Friday 8a–4:30p, requires prior experience in insurance authorizations and offers a comprehensive benefits package. Responsibilities include obtaining authorizations, coordinating with third parties, performing benefits checks, and maintaining accurate documentation in the electronic health record.

Qualifications

• Requires a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Prior experience in home health required.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Basic computer skills required.

Responsibilities

• Obtain and track authorizations for home care, including pre-authorization, extensions, and appeals.
• Coordinate follow-up with third parties to obtain authorizations and correct errors.
• Perform monthly eligibility and benefits checks; notify patients and staff of coverage changes and out-of-pocket costs.
• Document benefits, authorizations, and billing information in the EHR.

Skills

Excellent written and verbal skills

Basic computer skills

Prior experience in home health

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Stella Maris Inc. is seeking an Authorization Coordinator to join our Home Health team in Maryland.

This full-time role, Monday–Friday 8a–4:30p, requires prior experience in insurance authorizations and offers a comprehensive benefits package. Responsibilities include obtaining authorizations, coordinating with third parties, performing benefits checks, and maintaining accurate documentation in the electronic health record.