Benefits Specialist- Certified Application Counselor
Current· Screens applications and enrolls all inmates under the age of 65, via the Maryland Health Connection portal in Medicaid· Provide HealthChoice/MCO navigation/utilization and education· Educates inmates on required documents for enrollment· Educates inmates of requirements and structure of Medicaid program to prevent loss of coverage· Educates inmates of how Medicaid program functions, when and where they can use medical coverage· Track enrollment and effective dates of… Show more · Screens applications and enrolls all inmates under the age of 65, via the Maryland Health Connection portal in Medicaid· Provide HealthChoice/MCO navigation/utilization and education· Educates inmates on required documents for enrollment· Educates inmates of requirements and structure of Medicaid program to prevent loss of coverage· Educates inmates of how Medicaid program functions, when and where they can use medical coverage· Track enrollment and effective dates of coverage to help prevent lapse of coverage· Maintains strictest confidentiality of business and client information· Collects and collates data for reporting purposes. · Enter consistently and accurately information obtained during outreach into the agency database· Travels when necessary to meet operational needs and to further educate oneself regarding changes, improvements, and functions of a Certified Application Counselor· Responsible for engaging clients across the state either remotely via telehealth or in reach within the facilities. Show less