Insurance Billing Lead
At Lindsey Communities, we believe that strong financial operations strengthen our ability to serve older adults, enrich lives, and support thriving communities. We are seeking a detail-oriented, analytical, and highly accurate Insurance Billing Lead to join our team. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys structured work, thrives on precision, and takes pride in delivering error-free billing and accounts receivable processes.
If you have a strong command of healthcare billing, love solving complex problems, and want to support a mission-driven organization - all while enjoying the flexibility of working away from our offices in Urbana, IL (hybrid) up to two days per week - we’d love to hear from you.
About the Role
This role is key to ensuring accurate billing, regulatory compliance, and timely collection of revenue for our services. This position requires a high level of attention to detail, a structured and methodical work style, and a strong commitment to mastering information, regulations, and processes.
You will work independently on detailed tasks, collaborate with internal partners, and exercise a fact-based, direct communication style. The ideal candidate is steady, consistent, and patient - someone who excels in an environment with clear procedures, routine workflows, and can get back on track after interruption.
Key Responsibilities
Billing Oversight
- Lead and manage all third-party billing activities for the multi-entity organization.
- Ensure accurate monthly statements and insurance claims.
- Verify insurance coverage, authorizations, and coordinate with external billing vendors.
- Coordinate timely and compliant clam submission to successful collection.
- Communicate clearly and professionally with residents and families regarding billing inquiries.
Accounts Receivable Management
- Oversee insurance AR processes and reconcile payor accounts.
- Follow up on outstanding balances and reduce aging accounts through systematic processes.
- Implement strategies to improve cash flow and maintain financial integrity.
Compliance & Regulatory
- Ensure adherence to Medicare, Medicaid, and commercial insurance requirements.
- Stay current on CMS, NCCI, and payor-specific updates; implement required changes promptly.
- Lead audit responses and facilitate monthly claim accuracy and compliance checks.
- Coordinate third party credentialing and recredentialing for the organization.
Collaboration & Reporting
- Partner with clinical, therapy, and administrative teams to maintain accurate census and billing data.
- Collaborate with external billers to monitor claim statuses and assist in resolving billing issues or requests for additional documentation, including claim appeals.
- Generate AR, reconciliation, and performance reports for leadership.
What You Bring
- 2–5 years of experience in healthcare revenue cycle management, billing, and AR.
- Strong knowledge of Medicare, Medicaid, and commercial insurance regulations.
- High precision, strong analytical skills, and the ability to work independently.
- Experience with EMR/billing systems and proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
- Organized, factual, and direct communication style with the ability to stay focused and consistent in a structured workflow, despite the potential for regular interruption.
Compensation & Benefits
Salary Range: $65,000–$75,000 annually, depending on experience Bonus: Performance-based bonuses available
Lindsey Communities offers a supportive, inclusive workplace where employees can grow and thrive. Competitive benefits include:
For Full-Time and Part-Time Employees
- Health, Dental & Vision Insurance
- Medical & Dependent Flexible Spending Accounts
- AFLAC Insurance (Short-Term Disability, Cancer, Specified Health Event, Off-Site Accident)
- Long-Term Disability (full-time)
- Life Insurance
- Educational Reimbursement
- Paid Time Off accrual (vacation, personal, sick leave, holidays)
- Sick Leave for extended illness
- Bereavement Leave
Available to All Employees
- Mandated Paid Time Off Accrual
- Complimentary Meals while working
- Employee Assistance Program
- On-Site Fitness Center
- Uniform Purchase Assistance
- Lifelock and AAA Enrollment Options
Ready to Make an Impact?
If you're driven by accuracy, enjoy working with structured processes, and want to contribute to a mission-focused organization that values both excellence and community, apply today! Help us strengthen financial performance and support the communities we serve.