Patient Benefit Coordinator

Cherokee Nation • Tahlequah, OK

17d

About The Position

Responsible for conducting eligibility screenings, assessment of patient financial requirements, and counseling patients on insurance benefits and co-payments. Identifies patients who are eligible for alternative resources and serves as a liaison between the patient, hospital, and governmental agencies.

Requirements

• Associate's degree from a 2-year college or technical school in Social Services or Health-related field; or three years related experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience. May include two years or more of undergraduate college coursework.
• An additional one (1) year of experience in a related field.
• An individual should know Spreadsheet software and Word Processing software.
• Must possess a valid driver's license with a driving history verified through a motor vehicle report that meets requirements for Cherokee Nation underwriting rating.
• Must obtain ACA Marketplace CSC Certification within one (1) year of hire and maintain throughout employment.
• Employee must not and will not be under sanction by the United States Department of Health and Human Services Office of the Inspector General (OIG) or by the General Services Administration (GSA) or listed on the OIG's Cumulative Sanction Report, or the GSA's List of Excluded Providers, or listed on the OIG's List of Excluded Individuals/Entities (LEIE).
• Must demonstrate proficiency in OHCA Enrollments within three (3) months of hire.

Responsibilities

• conducting eligibility screenings
• assessment of patient financial requirements
• counseling patients on insurance benefits and co-payments
• identifying patients who are eligible for alternative resources
• serving as a liaison between the patient, hospital, and governmental agencies

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees