Benefits advisor vs benefits assistant

Differences between benefits advisor and benefits assistant duties and responsibilities

Benefits advisor example responsibilities.

• Manage broker and group accounts throughout the year administering qualify changes, terminations, and ACA compliance.
• Create reports using SQL database and manage reports, perform from internet-base tools for research projects need for client insight.
• Function as a liaison between the patient, hospital and governmental agencies to obtain documentation require for Medicaid eligibility determination.
• Maintain employee benefit records in HRIS system, including qualifying event records, personal information updates, and employment status changes.
• Evaluate patients for existing insurance coverage, federal and state assistance programs, or hospital charity application.
• Use tactful and effective interview techniques to obtain pertinent information to assure accurate eligibility determination for Medicaid.
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Benefits assistant example responsibilities.

• Create reports using SQL database and manage reports, perform from internet-base tools for research projects need for client insight.
• Audit HIPAA and outgoing correspondence.
• Maintain strict confidentiality, observing HIPAA and other policies and guidelines.
• Post patient payments, verify insurance coverage for new and Medicaid patients.
• Provide information, education and assistance to clients regarding Medicare and Medicaid by phone and in person.
• Audit, correct and record all attendance records, vacation records, vacation carryover and vacation/sick accruals.
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