Job DescriptionSummary
We are hiring for an Intake Coordinator.
*Current LPN licensure in state of practice.
At Brookdale Home Health, a part of LHC Group, we embrace a culture of caring, belonging, and trust and enjoy themeaningful connections that come from it: for the whole patient, their families,each other, and the communities we serve-it truly is all about helping people.
We strive to offer benefits that reward the whole you!
employee wellness programs
holidays & paid time off
continuing education & career growth opportunities
company-wide support & resources tohelp you achieve your goals
Take your career to a new level of caring. Apply today!
Responsibilities
Answers phones and appropriately triages phone calls to Intake Team.
Effectively communicates patient/referral information to appropriate Intake staff and branches.
Obtains demographic and clinical information from clients, physician's office and other referral sources to compile referrals.
Coordinates communication of referral information with Intake Specialist RN.
Maintains a call log for all incoming calls.
Faxes signed referrals to appropriate county/parish offices, DME, private duty, etc.
Verifies new referring physician licenses on referrals taken in department.
Researches coverage or pay source for each referral. Verifies commercial policies and HIQA.
Obtains authorization for visits from insurance or Medicaid on EPSDT patients as appropriate. Updates insurance case manager on patient status and need for additional visits throughout the episode of care.
Any other duties as assigned.
Education and Experience
Current LPN licensure in state of practice.
Minimum of one (1) year experience in office procedures.
Minimum of one (1) year insurance/medical experience.
Equal Opportunity Employer - vets, disability.