Billing Specialist – Home Care
Lincolnshire
Job Type
Full-time
Description

 

 

Reliable Home Care Providers, Inc. is seeking a detail-oriented and organized Billing Specialist to support our Home Service department. The ideal candidate will be responsible for billing and claims processing for non-medical home care services, including Medicaid, insurance, and the Illinois Department on Aging (IDoA) programs. This position ensures accurate billing, timely claim submission, proper documentation, and follow-up on outstanding payments.

Key Responsibilities

  • Prepare, review, and submit billing claims for non-medical home care services provided by caregivers.
  • Process billing for Medicaid, insurance, and Illinois Department on Aging (IDoA) programs.
  • Verify client eligibility, payer coverage, service authorizations, and approved service hours.
  • Ensure billed hours match authorized services and documented caregiver hours.
  • Follow applicable IDoA program requirements, payer guidelines, and billing procedures.
  • Monitor claim status and follow up on pending, rejected, and denied claims.
  • Investigate billing discrepancies, correct errors, and resubmit claims as needed.
  • Track accounts receivable and follow up on outstanding payments.
  • Reconcile payments and identify discrepancies between submitted claims and received reimbursements.
  • Maintain accurate billing records, client information, authorization details, and supporting documentation.
  • Ensure compliance with payer requirements, agency policies, and applicable regulations.
  • Maintain confidentiality of client information in accordance with HIPAA requirements.
  • Perform other related billing and administrative duties as assigned.

 

We offer a competitive benefits package, including:

  • 100% employer-paid major medical insurance 
  • Dental insurance
  • Vision insurance
  • 401(k) retirement plan
  • Paid time off
  • Paid sick leave
  • Bi-weekly pay
Requirements

 

 

  • Previous experience in home care billing, or healthcare claims processing preferred.
  • Experience with IDoA billing, Medicaid, and insurance strongly preferred.
  • Knowledge of non-medical home care services, service authorizations, and billing systems.
  • Strong attention to detail and accuracy when reviewing billing records.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office and electronic billing systems.
  • Excellent organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
  • Ability to manage multiple tasks, meet deadlines, and work independently.
  • Ability to collaborate effectively with administrative staff, care coordinators, and external payer representatives.
Salary Description
from $20/hour, compensation based on experience