Medicaid Eligibility Advocate: Empower Patient Access

Memorial University Medical Center; Savannah (GA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

Wellbeing support

Paid time off

401(k) match

Education support

Job summary

Memorial University Medical Center is seeking a Medicaid Eligibility Advocate to screen patients for insurance coverage and assistance programs, and to counsel on benefits and co-payments. You will liaise between patients, the hospital, and government agencies to support case management and ensure timely processing of applications.

Responsibilities include verifying benefits, collecting medical evidence, filing applications, documenting progress, and participating in ongoing training.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree preferred
• Minimum 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 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.

Education

Associate's degree preferred

Job description

Memorial University Medical Center is seeking a Medicaid Eligibility Advocate to screen patients for insurance coverage and assistance programs, and to counsel on benefits and co-payments. You will liaise between patients, the hospital, and government agencies to support case management and ensure timely processing of applications.

Responsibilities include verifying benefits, collecting medical evidence, filing applications, documenting progress, and participating in ongoing training.