Eligibility Specialist

Location
SCP Lafayette - Corporate Office
Workplace
On-site
Compensation
$13 – $19

About this role

At SCP Health, what you do matters

As part of the SCP Health team, you have an opportunity to make a difference. At our core, we work to bring hospitals and healers together in the pursuit of clinical effectiveness. With a portfolio of over 8 million patients, 7500 providers, 30 states, and 400 healthcare facilities, SCP Health is a leader in clinical practice management spanning the entire continuum of care, including emergency medicine, hospital medicine, wellness, telemedicine, intensive care, and ambulatory care.

Why you will love working here:

- Strong track record of providing excellent work/life balance.

- Comprehensive benefits package and competitive compensation.

- Commitment to fostering an inclusive culture of belonging and empowerment through our core values - collaboration, courage, agility, and respect.

Responsibilities:

  • Update demographics and/or insurance information based on feedback provided by internal or payor edits, using available resources: face sheets, insurance cards, eligibility results etc.
  • Determine the appropriate insurance carrier and billing information from the data contained in the patient’s medical record and use that information to accurately update a patient’s account in the billing system
  • When insufficient or questionable data is supplied in the medical record, contact the appropriate insurance carrier or facility to acquire accurate data
  • Utilize the Eligibility process/data in Centricity or on the payors’ websites to obtain more accurate information on each patient returned with an edit
  • Request additional insurance company entries in Centricity when necessary
  • Request direction and clarification from supervisor or lead when necessary, in order to assure accurate resolution of edits
  • Identify and work complex edits presented from various sources
  • Identify and report results of user and/or system issues that impact billing quality
  • Maintain understanding of current departmental policies and procedures
  • Promote a team environment that will support the growth of every department member and achievement of all department goals as a result of team work
  • Actively participate in meetings and educational programs in an effort to improve both individual and team quality and effectiveness

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

  • Detail oriented and organized
  • Self-motivated; capable of compiling/tracking data to meet deadlines and goals
  • Excellent interpersonal skills
  • Ability to work equally well individually and in a team environment
  • Professional attitude and demeanor
  • Written and oral communication skills
  • Proficient computer knowledge of Word, Excel, Windows and Outlook
  • Quick learner with an aptitude for custom computer systems
  • Previous success and comfort with entering data for extended time periods and limited interruptions

Pay Range:

13.00 - 19.00 USD per hour

This range represents the anticipated base salary for this role. Actual compensation will be determined based on experience, qualifications, and internal equity considerations.

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We offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your health, financial well-being, and work-life balance, including medical dental, vision insurance, a 401(k) plan with a company match, paid time off and holidays, professional development support, and employee wellness resources.

Visit our website for further information. https://myscpbenefits.com/

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Top Benefits

  • Medical insurance
  • Dental insurance
  • Vision insurance
  • 401(k) plan
  • Company match
  • Paid time off
  • Paid holidays
  • Professional development support
  • Employee wellness resources