Eligibility Specialist
Compass Health Network · Wentzville, MO · Yesterday
OTHRFull-time
Schedule
Monday-Friday, 8am-4:30pm
About the role
Helping individuals and families access healthcare coverage they deserve.
Key Responsibilities
- Monitor uninsured health center patients annually to ensure they are screened for eligibility
- Provide education to health center staff about insurance options so they can assist in educating their patients
- Aid patients with enrollment in MO HealthNet, CHIP and other public health insurance options
- Assist patients with appeals and hearings related to MO HealthNet, CHIP and other public health insurance options
- Support patients in submitting requested documents for case processing
- Education patients on utilization of their health insurance coverage, including how to maintain coverage, what is covered and how to coordinate care
- Aid with submitting address updates
- Support with Annual Renewal forms
- Support patients in removing incarceration lock-in’s, Child Support Sanctions, and third-party payers from Medicaid coverage
- Enter work into shared database timely as well as enter Medicaid screenings into EHRs
- Support all departments within the organization with insurance eligibility and assist in confirming active patient coverage
Requirements, Skills, Knowledge And Expertise
- High School/GED required
- Bachelor’s degree preferred
- Licensure/Certification:
- State of Missouri Insurance Navigator’s licensure required within 6 months of hire
- Federal Certified Application Counselor or Federal Navigator’s licensure required within 6 months of hire
What We’re Looking For
- Enjoy public speaking and building rapport with diverse audiences
- Bring a compassionate, strength-based approach to helping others
- Be organized and comfortable working independently in the community
- Have a natural curiosity for learning program updates and sharing knowledge with others
- Be committed to reducing barriers to care and advancing wellness in underserved areas