Eligibility Specialist
SCP Health · scphealth.com
LafayetteOn-siteEntry level
The job in short
Insurance eligibility and billing data correction for patient accounts.
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Details
- Found
- 24 d ago · posted 2026-08-25
- Location as listed
- Lafayette, LA
- Role
- Medical Coding / Billing / Records
- Source
- The company’s own careers site
Full description
At SCP Health, what you do matters
As part of the SCP Health team, you have an opportunity to make a difference. At our core, we work to bring hospitals and healers together in the pursuit of clinical effectiveness. With a portfolio of over 8 million patients, 7500 providers, 30 states, and 400 healthcare facilities, SCP Health is a leader in clinical practice management spanning the entire continuum of care, including emergency medicine, hospital medicine, wellness, telemedicine, intensive care, and ambulatory care.
Why you will love working here:
- Strong track record of providing excellent work/life balance.
- Comprehensive benefits package and competitive compensation.
- Commitment to fostering an inclusive culture of belonging and empowerment through our core values - collaboration, courage, agility, and respect.
Responsibilities:
• Update demographics and/or insurance information based on feedback provided by internal or payor edits, using available resources: face sheets, insurance cards, eligibility results etc.
• Determine the appropriate insurance carrier and billing information from the data contained in the patient’s medical record and use that information to accurately update a patient’s account in the billing system
• When insufficient or questionable data is supplied in the medical record, contact the appropriate insurance carrier or facility to acquire accurate data
• Utilize the Eligibility process/data in Centricity or on the payors’ websites to obtain more accurate information on each patient returned with an edit
• Request additional insurance company entries in Centricity when necessary
• Request direction and clarification from supervisor or lead when necessary, in order to assure accurate resolution of edits
• Identify and work complex edits presented from various sources
• Identify and report results of user and/or system issues that impact billing quality
• Maintain understanding of current departmental policies and procedures
• Promote a team environment that will support the growth of every department member and achievement of all department goals as a result of team work
• Actively participate in meetings and educational programs in an effort to improve both individual and team quality and effectiveness
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
• Detail oriented and organized
• Self-motivated; capable of compiling/tracking data to meet deadlines and goals
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Ability to work equally well individually and in a team environment
• Professional attitude and demeanor
• Written and oral communication skills
• Proficient computer knowledge of Word, Excel, Windows and Outlook
• Quick learner with an aptitude for custom computer systems
• Previous success and comfort with entering data for extended time periods and limited interruptions
Pay Range:
13.00 - 19.00 USD per hour
This range represents the anticipated base salary for this role. Actual compensation will be determined based on experience, qualifications, and internal equity considerations.
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We offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your health, financial well-being, and work-life balance, including medical dental, vision insurance, a 401(k) plan with a company match, paid time off and holidays, professional development support, and employee wellness resources.
Visit our website for further information. https://myscpbenefits.com/
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