The Care Team ยท 1 day ago
Eligibility & Pre-Billing Coordinator (34247)
The Care Team Hospice is seeking an organized and detail-oriented Eligibility & Pre-Billing Coordinator to support hospice and palliative care services. The role involves determining patient eligibility for insurance benefits, coordinating authorizations, and ensuring timely acceptance of clinical data to protect continuity of care and prevent delays in reimbursement.
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Responsibilities
Determine patient eligibility for insurance benefits prior to start of care
Run and review eligibility information through payer portals and update demographics and payor set-up accordingly
Obtain and coordinate pre-certifications and authorizations for commercial, Medicaid, and other authorization-driven payors
Submit required notices including NOA, NOE, and other regulatory payer communications
Validate and submit clinical data such as OASIS and HIS assessments, ensuring timely acceptance
Track denied visits, episodes, and room-and-board eligibility, including managing lock-ins and lock-outs
Maintain accurate logs of denials and authorization activity
Collaborate with clinical teams to update notes with key eligibility details
Reverify eligibility periodically to support ongoing compliance
Run reports and follow Standard Operating Procedures to ensure revenue is collectible
Qualification
Required
High school diploma or equivalent
At least 1 year of experience in billing, authorizations, or eligibility coordination
Strong knowledge of insurance verification processes
Ability to work efficiently with payer portals and EMR systems
Excellent attention to detail and time-management skills
Valid driver's license
Ability to pass a criminal background check and Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) check
Completion of required health statement acknowledging ability to perform job duties
Preferred
Hospice and Physician Services/Palliative pre-billing experience is strongly preferred
Experience with Medicare, Medicaid, and commercial insurance verification
Familiarity with Homecare Homebase (HCHB) or similar healthcare EMR platforms
Understanding of out-of-network benefit approvals and self-pay authorization set-up
Benefits
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits
401(k) with employer match
Paid time off and paid holidays
Mileage reimbursement per company policy
Tuition reimbursement and opportunities for career growth
Company
The Care Team
The Care Team provides in-home hospice care and home healthcare.
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
unknown2019-10-17Private Equity
Recent News
2025-12-04
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