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New York Health Care Intake Specialist in Valley Stream, New York
Intake Specialist
New York Health Care
JOB TITLE: Intake Specialist
GENERAL JOB DESCRIPTION
New York Health Care Inc., now in our 40th year of business is seeking a full time bilingual English/Spanish Intake Specialist for immediate hire in our corporate office located in Valley Stream, NY. This is a full time in-office position with opportunity for growth.
MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Process patient referrals demographics, required basic clinical information and financial reimbursement information.
Contact patients and educate them on the Managed Long Term Care Program
Entry of referral on an internal database with appropriate color coded references and comments as applicable.
Verify eligibility and benefits of all Medicare, Medicaid, Commercial and Managed Care Insurances utilizing websites available and direct phone calls to Insurance companies.
Contacts service representatives at Managed Care Insurance companies to verify eligibility and benefits for home care coverage and obtain initial evaluation authorizations for patients referred for home care services.
Data entry of required insurance information in the Agency’s computer system to ensure accurate and timely reimbursement.
Daily data entry of documents and maintenance of patient clinical information
QUALIFICATIONS FOR THE JOB
Bilingual in English/Spanish
Experience with Health Insurance preferred
Prior customer service / heavy phone experience
Knowledge of general office procedures & equipment
Excellent customer service & follow-up skills
Strong organizational skills with attention to detail
Proficient in Microsoft office and software navigation.
Other:
Experience using HHA Exchange software preferred
Previous home care intake experience preferred
Knowledge of referral sources
COMPENSATION:
Competitive pay with incentives/bonuses
PTO including holiday, vacation, sick and personal time off
Subsidized Medical and Dental Insurance
401k