Weekend Medicaid Eligibility Navigator

HCA Healthcare, Inc.; Wichita (KS); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits (medical, Rx, 

401(k) with company match

Tuition assistance

Paid time off

Job summary

Wesley Medical Center in Wichita, KS is seeking a part-time Medicaid Eligibility Advocate for weekend shifts (10:00 AM – 7:30 PM). You will screen patients' insurance coverage, assess financial needs, and counsel on benefits and co-payments, serving as liaison between patients, the hospital and government programs.

You will re-verify benefits, gather required documentation, and file applications while maintaining accurate records. Some field visits and reliable transportation may be required.

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, 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

Job description

Wesley Medical Center in Wichita, KS is seeking a part-time Medicaid Eligibility Advocate for weekend shifts (10:00 AM – 7:30 PM). You will screen patients' insurance coverage, assess financial needs, and counsel on benefits and co-payments, serving as liaison between patients, the hospital and government programs.

You will re-verify benefits, gather required documentation, and file applications while maintaining accurate records. Some field visits and reliable transportation may be required.