Description

MEDICAID ELGIBILITY SPECIALIST

BridgePoint Sub Acute & Rehab

At BridgePoint, whether you work with patients every day or support those who do, you are making a difference that matters. We know the path to recovery doesn't happen alone. As a team, we work cohesively to meet each patients unique needs. We are a team-driven environment and we care about our own!

Our employees form the foundation of everything we do optimizing patient healing and wellness, and creating a warm and welcoming environment. It is because of the dedication of our employees that we can live out our mission, vision, and company values every day. I

t is at BridgePoint where care, community, and careers happen.

Medicaid Eligibility Specialist Job Summary:

Here at BridgePoint Healthcare the Medicaid Eligibility Specialist is primarily responsible for completing Community Medicaid applications and re-certifications on behalf of our patients, reconciling/distributing daily census, and obtaining Medicaid approval Form 1445 for BridgePoint Outpatient and SNF residents. Also, the Medicaid Eligibility Specialist position will interact closely with family members and various government agencies including the Department of Human Services, Social Security Administration, and Veteran's Administration

Qualifications

Education: Minimum high school diploma or equivalent with some college preferred. Basic knowledge of Medicare and Medicaid billing regulations required.

Licenses/Certification: N/A

Experience: Complete understanding of the Federal, State, Local laws, regulations, and guidelines that governs the administration of the Medical Assistance Programs in D.C., Maryland, Virginia.

Other Qualifications: Proficient in the use of Microsoft Word and Excel. Ability to manipulate computer keyboard and 10-key calculator. Attention to detail required for ensuring accuracy of work. Effective verbal and written communication skills. Knowledge of the inner workings of the various government agencies.

Safety Sensitive-Designated Position

About BridgePoint

BridgePoint Healthcare is dedicated to promoting healing and wellness in a safe and welcoming environment, with an individualized path to recovery for each patient. BridgePoint Healthcare provides patient-centered, individualized care for patients requiring longer hospitalizations in post-acute care settings. We are a diversified provider of post-acute care in settings ranging from long-term acute care hospitals to skilled nursing facilities. Our locations include two in Washington, DC (BridgePoint Hospital National Harborside and BridgePoint Hospital Capitol Hill), and one in New Orleans (BridgePoint Continuing Care Hospital - West Jefferson Campus).