Vice President of Revenue Cycle
6 days ago
Glendale
Position Summary The Vice President of Revenue Cycle is responsible for the strategic oversight and hands-on execution of the end-to-end revenue cycle across the organization’s Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF) network. This role provides direct operational leadership for billing, collections, accounts receivable, payer compliance, and audit readiness, with a strong emphasis on facility-level performance, cash flow optimization, and team development. The Vice President partners closely with facility administrators, clinical leadership, and corporate leadership to maximize reimbursement, reduce days in accounts receivable, and ensure compliance with Medicare, Medi-Cal, and Managed Care payer requirements in a highly regulated post-acute environment. Core Expertise & Focus Areas Skilled Nursing Facility Revenue Cycle Optimization Healthcare Finance & Revenue Cycle Leadership Billing & Coding Compliance (Medicare, Medi-Cal, Managed Care) Claims Management, Denial Prevention, and Appeals Accounts Receivable & Cash Flow Improvement Regulatory Compliance & Audit Readiness Team Development, Mentorship, and Performance Management Duties and Responsibilities Revenue Cycle Leadership & Regional Operations • Oversee all aspects of the revenue cycle across the SNF portfolio, including patient intake, billing, collections, and accounts receivable., • Provide hands-on executive leadership with direct accountability for facility-level revenue cycle performance., • Develop and implement strategies to improve revenue cycle efficiency, reduce days in accounts receivable, and optimize cash flow., • Review and analyze facility-level cash collections, aging reports, and payer performance trends., • Identify revenue shortfalls and opportunities; implement corrective action plans to improve revenue recognition and collections., • Ensure accurate, timely, and compliant claim submission to Medicare, Medi-Cal, and commercial payers., • Implement best practices for claims management, denial prevention, and appeals., • Ensure accounts receivable and billing systems are fully functional and aligned with field operations by partnering with the Information Systems team and external vendors., • Serve as the primary liaison and subject-matter expert for billing audits, internal audits, and Additional Documentation Requests (ADRs)., • Develop, enforce, and maintain revenue cycle policies, procedures, and internal controls., • Work closely with facility administrators and business office managers to improve billing accuracy, timeliness, and accountability., • Conduct regular facility-level performance reviews, identifying root causes and driving corrective actions., • Lead, mentor, and develop revenue cycle teams, including billing, coding, and collections staff., • Evaluate team performance and implement strategies for continuous improvement and professional growth., • Support recruiting, interviewing, hiring, and onboarding of business office and revenue cycle personnel., • Stay current on industry trends, regulatory updates, and best practices impacting SNF reimbursement and revenue cycle operations., • Adapt strategies and responsibilities as business needs evolve., • Perform other related duties as assigned by senior management. Knowledge, Skills, Abilities & Qualifications • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Healthcare Administration, or a related field preferred., • Minimum of 7–10 years of progressive revenue cycle management experience, with demonstrated leadership success., • Extensive knowledge of SNF revenue cycle operations, healthcare reimbursement, and billing practices., • Strong understanding of healthcare reimbursement, billing, and accounting principles., • Proven ability to manage labor and operational budgets and track financial performance., • Ability to operate effectively in a fast-paced, highly regulated environment., • Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and analytical capabilities., • Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to engage effectively across all levels., • Demonstrated ability to maintain confidentiality, exercise sound judgment, and make compliant, practical decisions., • Commitment to the mission and values of Beecan, including person-centered care delivered with dignity, compassion, integrity, teamwork, innovation, and safety. Additional Disclaimer The duties and responsibilities outlined above are intended to describe the general nature and scope of this position and are not all-inclusive. Management reserves the right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities at any time based on business needs.