Bilingual Medicaid Eligibility Specialist

HCA Healthcare, Inc.; Bradenton (FL); On-site; USD 36,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental and vision coverage

401(k) with match

Tuition assistance

Job summary

HCA Healthcare, Inc. is seeking a Bilingual Medicaid Eligibility Advocate to screen patients for insurance coverage and assist with government programs. You will re-verify benefits, gather documentation, and file applications while coordinating with patients, hospital staff, and agencies.

The role requires the ability to travel for field visits and to communicate effectively in Spanish and English. Parallon benefits include comprehensive coverage, retirement plans, and professional growth

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree preferred.
• Minimum one-year related experience preferred, preferably in healthcare.
• Relevant education may substitute experience requirement.
• Bilingual skills are needed.

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 appropriate signatures are obtained on all necessary forms.
• Obtain legally relevant medical evidence, physician statements and all other documentation required for eligibility determination.
• Complete and file applications. Initiate and maintain proper follow-up with the patient and government agency caseworkers to ensure timely processing and completion of all mandated applications and accompanying documentation.
• Ensure all insurance, demographic and eligibility information is obtained and entered into the system accurately. Document progress notes to the patient’s file and the hospital computer system.
• Participates in ongoing, comprehensive training programs as required.
• Follows policies and procedures to contribute to the efficiency of the office. Covers and assists with other office functions as requested.
• Will be required to make field visits as necessary and will need reliable personal transportation readily available.

Skills

Bilingual skills

Education

Associate’s degree preferred

Job description

HCA Healthcare, Inc. is seeking a Bilingual Medicaid Eligibility Advocate to screen patients for insurance coverage and assist with government programs. You will re-verify benefits, gather documentation, and file applications while coordinating with patients, hospital staff, and agencies.

The role requires the ability to travel for field visits and to communicate effectively in Spanish and English. Parallon benefits include comprehensive coverage, retirement plans, and professional growth