Medicaid Eligibility Liaison & Benefits Advocate

HCA Healthcare; Salt Lake City (UT); Presencial; USD 42.000 - 56.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Medical benefits

Vision benefits

Dental benefits

Wellbeing support

Paid time off

Family leave

401(k) match

Employee stock purchase plan

Education support

Fertility support

Life insurance

Legal counseling

Descripción de la vacante

HCA Healthcare is seeking a Medicaid Eligibility Advocate to screen patients for insurance coverage, assess financial requirements, and counsel on benefits and co-payments. The role serves as a liaison between patient, hospital, and government agencies, contributing to comprehensive case management.

In this role you will verify benefits, obtain authorizations, and ensure timely processing of applications. Occasional field visits may be required with reliable transportation.

Formación

• Associate’s degree preferred; healthcare experience may substitute.
• Minimum one year related experience preferred.
• Counseling patients on insurance benefits and co-payments is required.

Responsabilidades

• Screen and evaluate patients for existing insurance coverage and programs.
• Re-verifies benefits and obtains authorization/referral after treatment plan is discussed.
• Obtain medical evidence and documentation for eligibility determination.
• Complete and file applications; follow up with patient and government agencies.
• Enter insurance, demographic and eligibility information into the system; document progress notes.
• Participate in ongoing training programs; follow policies to improve office efficiency.
• Occasional field visits; reliable transportation may be required.

Educación

Associate’s degree preferred

Relevant education may substitute experience

Descripción del empleo

HCA Healthcare is seeking a Medicaid Eligibility Advocate to screen patients for insurance coverage, assess financial requirements, and counsel on benefits and co-payments. The role serves as a liaison between patient, hospital, and government agencies, contributing to comprehensive case management.

In this role you will verify benefits, obtain authorizations, and ensure timely processing of applications. Occasional field visits may be required with reliable transportation.