What are the responsibilities and job description for the Patient Benefit Coordinator 1 position at Choctaw Nation?
This is a full-time position working M-F, 8am-4:30pm. Weekly earned wage access is an option for this position.
Job Purpose or Objective(s): The Patient Benefit Coordinator conducts eligibility screenings and assesses patients financial requirements for third-party insurance options. You will report to the Manager.
Primary Tasks:
1. You will interview and patients to determine eligibility for resources.
2. You will update patient’s records after each screening.
3. Educate patients on available insurance options, provide quotes, and help with the application and referral process.
4. Navigate the patient through the ACA/Marketplace application and ensure the necessary documentation is submitted; assist applicants on coverage and changes to coverage.
5. Review program eligibility guidelines, coverage options, and Native American policies and benefits.
6. Help patients in determining the program and assistance needed such as Patient Relations, Emergency Services, Choctaw Referred Care, or Housing.
7. Advocate for patients, screen uninsured patients for alternate resources, and educate patients on the process of obtaining coverage.
8. Audit patient charts for accurate insurance coverage and make correction in the patient’s Electronic Health Record and sequence insurance.
9. Perform other responsibilities as may be assigned.
Required Education and Experience:
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Knowledge of Medicare, Medicaid., private insurance and third-party billing
- Knowledge of HIPAA and the importance of confidentiality
- Two [2] years of medical office experience
About the Choctaw Nation
The Choctaw Nation is the third-largest Indian nation in the United States, with over 200,000 tribal members and more than 11,000 employees. The first tribe over the Trail of Tears, historic boundaries are in the southeast corner of Oklahoma. The Choctaw Nation's vision, "Living out the Chahta Spirit of faith, family and culture," is evident as it continues to focus on providing opportunities for growth and prosperity.
Benefits
- Free gym membership
- Free access to employee health clinic
- Free lunch for casino & resort associates
- Earned wages access once per week for hourly Associates
- Pet insurance
- Paid vacation / sick time
- Medical / Dental / Vision
- 401(K) with company match
- College tuition reimbursement
- Short-term disability, long-term disability, and family leave
- Employee assistance program
- Employee prescription program
- CNO Paid Life Insurance
- Teladoc
- On Site Dental Clinics (Jet Dental)
- On Site Mammogram Services
- Free diabetes and hypertension monitoring benefit (Livongo)
- Accolade- Concierge Benefits Program
- Wellness Program that equals savings on health insurance cost (Virgin Pulse)
- Maternity Care Program
- (Benefits provided by the Choctaw Nation are based on employment classification)
CNO was selected as a winner in both HRDUS' and Forbes' 2022 "Employer of Choice" competitions:
- Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma received recognition as one of six Best Places to Work in the United States as selected by HRDUS
- Choctaw Casinos & Resorts received recognition from Forbes as a Best Employer for Diversity in the Travel & Leisure category.
- Forbes also recognized the Choctaw Casino and Resorts as one of America's Best Employers for New Graduates .
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