Eligibility Advocate

Revecore; Valdosta (GA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in specialized claims management is hiring an Eligibility Advocate to assist clients in obtaining medical coverage in Valdosta, GA. This entry-level full-time position requires a high school diploma and entails responsibilities like screening patients for eligibility and managing documentation. The role emphasizes strong customer service skills, and the company offers attractive benefits, including health insurance and 401(k) matching.

Benefits

Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance from day one

401(k) contributions matching

Generous paid time off and 12 paid holidays

Career growth opportunities

Employee Resource Groups for community building

Qualifications

• 1-3 years related experience in advocacy or customer service.
• Experience with Medicaid and Social Security programs.
• Must be comfortable working with patients in a hospital setting.

Responsibilities

• Assist clients in a hospital setting in securing medical coverage.
• Document actions taken on accounts/applications in a timely manner.
• Complete and copy all relevant Medicaid applications.

Skills

Customer service

Documentation skills

Bilingual English/Spanish

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

MS Office

Hospital billing systems

Job description

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Ready to make a difference for hospitals? Start your next chapter at Revecore! For over 25 years, Revecore has been at the forefront of specialized claims management, helping healthcare providers recover meaningful revenue to enhance quality patient care in their communities. We're powered by people, driven by technology, and dedicated to our clients and employees. If you're looking for a collaborative and diverse culture with a great work/life balance, look no further.

Revecore Perks

• Our medical, dental, vision, and life insurance benefits are available from the first day of employment
• Our Employee Resource Groups build community and foster a culture of belonging and inclusion
• We match 401(k) contributions
• We offer career growth opportunities
• We celebrate 12 paid holidays and generous paid time off
  
  

Location: On-site 5 days/week in Valdosta, GA

Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM

The Role

This position is primarily responsible for effectively assisting clients in a hospital setting in securing medical coverage by screening clients for eligibility and completing Medicaid applications with the clients. Assist uninsured and underinsured patients secure healthcare benefits by conducting screening applications on patient referrals received from the hospital. Effectively assist patients in securing medical coverage by screening referred patients and coordinating the application process through successful approval and invoicing. Follow-up with social service agencies and other third-party eligibility services will also be required.

As An Eligibility Advocate, You Will

• Follows established Company protocol and procedures on case load management for active and approved.
• Documents Company database with action that was taken on the account/application in a timely manner. Effectively and accurately follows established work procedures and guidelines to be efficient in the Medicaid application processes. Includes application completion, collection of all documentation, including detailed case comments.
• Maintains a current caseload according to Company protocol.
• Attends any company and/or facility compliance training, as well as training put on by the State of Colorado.
• Complies with all company policies as well as state and federal regulations including, but not limited to attendance, performance, patient privacy, system security and safety.
• Maintains knowledge of all State Medicaid and CHP+ policy information/guidelines/training.
• Locates, understands, and interprets written information in a variety of formats including such documents such as manuals, reports, graphs, etc.
• Uses own vehicle to travel to various locations for reasons including, but not limited to, outside training, facility coverage, home visits, and agency visits.
• Uses reference material available on Company resource sites, HCPF website, and other web-based sites effectively and regularly.
• Effectively uses computer systems to include but not limited to Company database system, and hospital system.
• Effectively documents and demonstrates a performance standard of 85 consistently.
• Assist with the entry of all referrals and account documentation.
• Contact and screen patients for eligibility. Screenings are completed in the hospital, by phone, and occasionally in patient's home.
• Complete and copy all relevant applications.
• Gather all required verification documents and submit them to appropriate agencies by the deadline for processing.
• Follow up with agencies to ensure submitted applications are processed in a timely manner.
• Assist in appealing denied applications.
• Update all hospital and company systems with current activity and notes.
• Submit verified billing numbers to facilities.
• Provide hospital with all requested information in a timely manner.
• Complete assigned invoicing functions including capturing claim bill dates, payment dates and payment amounts, from hospital system and assigning appropriate invoice fee types.
• Comply with all state and federal regulations and company policies that include but not limited to patient privacy (HIPAA).
• Perform various other duties, as assigned.
• Comply with the company's code of conduct.
• Additional duties and responsibilities as assigned.
  
  

You Will Be Successful If You Have

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED);
• One to three years of related experience such as advocacy and customer service and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Case management experience and working knowledge of State and Federal programs such as Medicaid and Social Security Disability, is a plus,
• Experience with hospital billing systems (Meditech, EPIC, Allscripts, MS4, etc.) desired.
• Past advocacy experience or experience with helping others through enrollment processes is a positive.
• Must be comfortable working directly with patients in an inpatient hospital room environment, especially behavioral health patients.
• Ability to quickly and accurately capture heavy documentation requirements in both the company and hospital computer systems
• MS Office proficiency
• Strong typing and documentation skills
• Exemplary customer service
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Strong time management and organizational skills
• Bilingual English / Spanish is required for some positions
  
  

Revecore is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex or gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability status, veteran status, genetic information, or any other legally protected status.



We believe that a diverse workforce fosters innovation and creativity, enriches our culture, and enables us to better serve the needs of our clients and communities. We welcome and encourage individuals of all backgrounds, perspectives, and abilities to apply.

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