Medicare Billing Specialist

About the role

Care Hospice is looking for a self-motivated Medicare Billing Specialist to join our Team. We offer the opportunity to take on new challenges and a culture of teamwork that sets us apart. This is a remote position working Mon-Fri 8a-5p Eastern Standard Time Zone. Medicare Insurance and Hospice or Post-Acute experience Billing experience strongly preferred.

Who We Are

At Care Hospice, we're not just a company; we're a team united by a common goal – providing exceptional hospice and palliative care to those in need. We take immense pride in being a mission-driven, patient-centered leader in end-of-life care. Guided by our vision to be the most trusted partner in hospice care, we surround our patients and their loved ones with unwavering support, comfort, and compassion. At Care Hospice, we look for dedicated professionals who share our belief that true hospice care extends beyond medical needs—it's about bringing dignity, peace, and human connection to every life we touch. We offer a supportive, growth-oriented environment along with a comprehensive benefits package.

Benefits

• Comprehensive Health, Dental, & Vision Insurance
• Company matching 401(k) to secure your future
• A generous time-off package with 15 days of PTO & 10 Holidays to rest and recharge
• Tuition Reimbursement & Certification Assistance to support your professional growth
• Wellness & Discount Programs to help you lead a healthy and balanced life
• Cell Phone, Mileage, & Gym Membership Reimbursement for your convenience

Responsibilities

• Prepare, submit, and monitor accurate hospice claims for assigned branches and payers.
• Process and follow up on Medicare Notices of Election (NOEs).
• Research and resolve claim rejections, denials, RTPs, billing errors, and underpayments.
• Follow up on unpaid and aging claims to support timely reimbursement.
• Review billing information for accuracy and identify issues that could delay payment.
• Apply hospice billing requirements related to NOEs, benefit periods, F2F requirements, transfers, revocations, and discharges.
• Collaborate with branch and Revenue Cycle teams and payers to resolve billing issues.
• Maintain accurate account documentation and stay current on payer and regulatory requirements.
• Meet established standards for accuracy, productivity, timeliness, and follow-up.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; Associate degree in a related field preferred.
• 1–4 years of healthcare billing, accounts receivable, or Revenue Cycle experience; hospice or post-acute experience preferred.
• Knowledge of Medicare, Medicaid, Managed Care, Commercial, and/or other healthcare payer billing preferred.
• Hospice billing experience, including NOEs, claims, denials, and accounts receivable, preferred.
• Experience with hospice EMR, billing, or claims systems such as MatrixCare or Netsmart/Allscripts preferred.
• Strong attention to detail, organization, problem-solving, and follow-through.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to prioritize work, meet deadlines, and work independently.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite or similar software.
• High level of integrity and discretion when handling confidential information.

Pay

$20.00 - $27.00 per hour (Average Pay Range). The pay range listed represents a general guideline for the role and is not a guarantee of the final offer. Compensation will be determined based on the selected candidate's relevant experience and the specific responsibilities of the position. Final compensation rate will be discussed and confirmed at the conclusion of the interview process.