Medicaid Eligibility Advocate

Schedule: Monday – Friday; 8:00am – 4:30pm HCA Florida Lake Monroe Hospital, part of the HCA Healthcare system, is offering this position. Job Summary The Medicaid Eligibility Advocate is responsible for conducting eligibility screenings, assessing patient financial requirements, and counseling patients on insurance benefits and co‑payments. The Advocate serves as a liaison between the patient, hospital, and governmental agencies, and is actively involved in all areas of case management. Responsibilities Screen and evaluate patients for existing insurance coverage, federal and state assistance programs, or hospital charity applications. Re‑verify benefits and obtain authorization and/or referral after treatment plan has been discussed, prior to initiation of treatment, ensuring appropriate signatures are obtained on all necessary forms. Obtain legally relevant medical evidence, physician statements, and all other documentation required for eligibility determination. Complete and file applications; initiate and maintain proper follow‑up with the patient and government agency caseworkers to ensure timely processing and completion of all mandated applications and accompanying documentation. Ensure all insurance, demographic, and eligibility information is obtained and entered into the system accurately; document progress notes to the patient’s file and the hospital computer system. Participate in ongoing, comprehensive training programs as required. Follow policies and procedures to contribute to the efficiency of the office; cover and assist with other office functions as requested. Make field visits as necessary and maintain reliable personal transportation. Qualifications Associate’s degree preferred. Minimum one‑year related experience preferred, preferably in healthcare. Relevant education may substitute experience requirement. Benefits Comprehensive benefits for medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, behavioral health, and telemedicine services. Wellbeing support, including free counseling and referral services. Paid time off, paid family leave, long‑ and short‑term disability coverage, and leaves of absence. 401(k) plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service); Employee Stock Purchase Plan; flexible spending accounts; preferred banking partnerships; retirement readiness tools; rollover support; and financial wellbeing counseling. Education support through tuition assistance, student loan assistance, certification support, dependent scholarships, and partnership with Galen College of Nursing. Additional benefits for fertility and family building, adoption assistance, life insurance, supplemental health protection plans, auto and home insurance, legal counseling, identity theft protection, and consumer discounts. We are an equal‑opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. #J-18808-Ljbffr HCA Healthcare