Medicaid Eligibility Specialist – Patient Access & Benefits

HCA Healthcare; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 38,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

HCA Healthcare in Fort Worth, TX is seeking a Medicaid Eligibility Advocate to screen patients for insurance coverage, assess financial needs, and counsel on benefits and co-pays. You will serve as a liaison between patients, the hospital, and government agencies.

Responsibilities include verifying benefits, obtaining required documents, completing applications, and coordinating follow-up with agencies to ensure timely processing. Field visits may be required with reliable transportation.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Healthcare experience

Customer service

Education

Associate’s degree

Job description

HCA Healthcare in Fort Worth, TX is seeking a Medicaid Eligibility Advocate to screen patients for insurance coverage, assess financial needs, and counsel on benefits and co-pays. You will serve as a liaison between patients, the hospital, and government agencies.

Responsibilities include verifying benefits, obtaining required documents, completing applications, and coordinating follow-up with agencies to ensure timely processing. Field visits may be required with reliable transportation.