Bilingual Medicaid Eligibility Specialist

HCA Healthcare, Inc.; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

Wellbeing support

Paid time off

401(k) match

Education support

Family planning assistance

Life insurance

Discount programs

Job summary

HCA Healthcare, Inc. in Austin, TX is seeking a Medicaid Eligibility Advocate to screen patients for insurance coverage, assess financial needs, and counsel on benefits and co-pays.

The role serves as a liaison between patients, the hospital, and government agencies and involves ongoing case management and documentation. The position requires attention to detail, ability to obtain necessary documentation, and willingness to conduct field visits.

Qualifications

• Bilingual candidate preferred; English fluency helpful.
• Associate degree preferred.
• Minimum of one year related experience preferred, preferably in healthcare.

Responsibilities

• Screen and evaluate patients for existing insurance coverage, federal and state assistance programs, or hospital charity applications.
• Re-verifies benefits and obtains authorization and/or referral after treatment plan has been discussed, prior to initiation of treatment. Ensures necessary signatures are obtained.
• Obtain legally relevant medical evidence, physician statements and all documentation required for eligibility determination.
• Complete and file applications. Initiate and maintain follow-up with patient and government agency caseworkers for timely processing.
• Enter insurance, demographic and eligibility information into the system and document progress notes.
• Participate in ongoing training programs as required.
• Follow policies to improve office efficiency and assist with other functions as needed.
• Make field visits as necessary with reliable personal transportation.

Skills

Bilingual

Education

Associate degree

Job description

HCA Healthcare, Inc. in Austin, TX is seeking a Medicaid Eligibility Advocate to screen patients for insurance coverage, assess financial needs, and counsel on benefits and co-pays.

The role serves as a liaison between patients, the hospital, and government agencies and involves ongoing case management and documentation. The position requires attention to detail, ability to obtain necessary documentation, and willingness to conduct field visits.