Benefit Advocate I

Employment Type:

Full time

Shift:

Day Shift

Description:

At Loyola, we know you're more than your job. We see you and all your potential. That's why we invest in our people. Flexible scheduling, tuition reimbursement and day one benefits… at Loyola, what's important to you, is important to us. Join our family.

• Benefits from Day One

• Daily Pay

• Career Development

• Tuition Reimbursement

• On Site Fitness Center (Gottlieb Memorial Hospital & LUMC)

• Referral Rewards

The Admitting Department is currently seeking a Patient Benefit Advocate to join our team. In this role, you will work closely with patients and vendors to facilitate the application and acquisition of payment options. You will collaborate with contracted vendors/agencies to ensure applicants meet the qualifications for insurance coverage. Educate patients on available insurance coverage and financial assistance options, guiding them through the application process.

Maintain documentation of all interactions and actions, including reviewing past account notes for relevant information.

Position Requirements:

• High School Diploma

• Specify Degree(s): Accounting or Business Administration, or related field

• 1-2 years of previous job-related experience

• Details: Past work experience within a hospital or clinic environment, a health insurance company, managed care organization or other health care financial service setting, performing medical claims processing, financial counseling, financial clearance, accounting, or customer service activities is required. Knowledge of insurance and governmental programs, regulations, and billing processes e.g., Medicare, Medicaid, Social Security Disability, Champus, Supplemental Security Income Disability, etc., managed care contracts and coordination of benefits is highly strongly preferred. Working knowledge of medical terminology, anatomy and physiology, and medical record coding (ICD-10, CPT, HCPCS) is preferable.

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

Trinity Health is one of the largest not-for-profit, Catholic healthcare systems in the nation. Built on the foundation of our Mission and Core Values, we integrate diversity, equity, and inclusion in all that we do. Our colleagues have different lived experiences, customs, abilities, and talents. Together, we become our best selves. A diverse and inclusive workforce provides the most accessible and equitable care for those we serve. Trinity Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by law.