Medicaid Coordinator
Job Title: Medicaid Coordinator
Reports to: Director of Accounts Receivable
Education: Associate degree or 3+ years’ equivalent experience
Required experience: Mass Health Insurance/Insurance Application Processor
Schedule: Full-time, 30-35 hours per week, M-F, in-house position between 8am-5pm.
Pay Range (depending on experience): $24.00 to $28.00 per hour
Position Overview
The Medicaid Coordinator is responsible for following the resident throught the Mass Health Applicaition process. This role works closely with facility Business Office teams and families to guide the Medicaid process from start to finish.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage Medicaid reviews and conversions
- Meet with residents and families to gather information and provide guidance throughout the application process
- Ensure screens and SC1's are completed
- Communicate resident financial responsibility, including patient liability requirements
- Follow up on applications, lawyers and third party administrator applications
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Oversite of patient liability
Qualifications
- Proven experience with Massachusetts Medicaid application process (required)
- Prior experience in a nursing home or long-term care setting strongly preferred
- Strong organizational skills with exceptional attention to detail
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to manage multiple cases and deadlines effectively
- Must have reliable transportation and ability to travel between facilities