Patient Advocate- Langhorne, PA Position Available In Bucks, Pennsylvania

Job Description:

Job Purpose The Patient Advocate will complete MedicalAssistance Applications on patients who may potentially qualify forbenefits under the MA Program or other entitlement programs. Obtainall necessary documents required by the County Assistance Office todetermine eligibility. Duties and Responsibilities Complete theMedical Assistance Application, screen for disability and completethe hospital charity care form with patient/family member orguardian Update computer system daily Medical Assistance productionreports completed daily Submit 1663’s to appropriate physicianwithin 24 hours of completing the application Secure all releases,waivers and questionnaires needed Leave each patient with a pendingdocument’s check list and follow up daily while patient is stillin-house (if applicable). All necessary verification should befaxed for within the first 24-48 hours of completing the MAapplication Prepare applications for drop off at County AssistanceOffice Discharge files are to be worked immediately Follow up withCounty Assistance Office until determination has been made. Assistwith the Marketplace where applicable. Report Red Flag andnon-cooperative patients to management. Use, protect and disclosepatients’ protected health information (PHI) only in accordancewith Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA)standards Qualifications High school Diploma or equivalent isrequired, College degree in Healthcare field preferred 2 to 3years’ experience in the field of healthcare preferred 2 to 3years’ patient facing experience preferred Bilingual in Spanish(spoken and written skills) a plus Ability to work at variousclient sites as needed Ability to effectively communicate withpatients one on one Ability to work independently and bedetail-oriented Strong investigatory and researching skills Abilityto use the internet and learn databases Excellent written andverbal skills Ability to efficiently multitask Possess a high levelof organization skills Adhere to the policies and protocols of theclient while behaving professionally at all times Ability to meetmonthly productivity goals Must be proficient in

Microsoft OfficeOutlook Working Conditions Physical Demands:

While performing theduties of this job, the employee is required to move around thework area; light lifting required; Sit; perform manual tasks;operate tools and other office equipment such as computer, computerperipherals and telephones; extend arms; kneel; talk and hear.

Mental Demands:

The employee must be able to follow directions,collaborate with others, and handle stress.

Work Environment:

Thenoise level in the work environment is usually minimal. Med-Metrixwill not discriminate against any employee or applicant foremployment because of race, color, religion, sex (includingpregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), parentalstatus, national origin, age, disability, genetic information(including family medical history), political affiliation, militaryservice, veteran status, other non-merit based factors, or anyother characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.

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