Medicaid specialist assistant Lake County

Responsibilities

• File and manage LTC Medicaid applications
• Maintain eligibility and track case progress
• Comply with all deadlines for appeals, backdating, and reopened cases
• Communicate directly with Medicaid caseworkers and business office managers
• Prepare documentation for OIG cases and appeals
• Secure timely approvals to protect reimbursement

Qualifications

• Verifiable, direct experience with Long-Term Care Medicaid applications and case management
• Experience with Illinois Medicaid systems and procedures
• Strong written and verbal communication skills

Preferred Additional Experience

• Experience with PointClickCare (PCC) software
• Knowledge of Illinois Medicaid Policy Manual
• Experience with Illinois Long-Term Care billing practices and reimbursement timelines
• Experience working within a long-term care facility environment

Pay

$40,000 - $50,000 annually pending experience

Schedule

Part-Time: 24-28 hours per week