Eligibility specialist Jobs in Glendale, AZ

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Job Summary

The Eligibility Specialist works in one of our Savista service centers, Client Sites or Outreach (Field work) locations to help identify financial assistance programs for the uninsured or underinsured customers. They assist with the application process and referrals to all State and Federally funded assistance programs, including but not limited to Medicare, Medicaid, Disability and Charity programs. The Eligibility Specialist not only acts as an advocate for the customer, but also serves as a liaison between colleagues, clients and State / Government agencies in a collaborative effort to facilitate eligibility coverage for current and future medical expenses.

• Handle high volume of inbound / outbound calls for customers that need to be screened financially and medically for Financial assistance.
• Perform face to face interviews with customers in a centralized Savista office, client site or home environment to determine eligibility for financial assistance.
• Use Savista's eligibility screening tool to determine customers eligibility for all State and Federally funded programs that will provide financial assistance to resolve current or future hospital bills.
• Collect and process upfront deposits or set up payment arrangements, as required.
• Conduct the appropriate application support based upon state or federal regulations. Facilitates the application process or directs the customer to the appropriate next step.
• Provide instruction or work directly with the customer or their appointment of representative to complete the appropriate application and acquire all necessary releases, signatures and supporting documents.
• Submit the application and supporting documentation to the appropriate institution in accordance with company protocol.
• Act as an advocate for the customer, but also serves as a liaison to other colleagues, client hospital personnel, and government agency staff in a collaborative effort to establish eligibility coverage for future or incurred medical expenses.
• Provide superior customer service and maintains a professional image.
• Meet or exceed established productivity, quality and revenue metrics.

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Note : Savista is required by state-specific laws to include the salary range for this role when hiring a resident in applicable locations. The salary range for this role is from $18.00 to $20.00.

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