Galveston County Health District is looking for a detail-oriented County Indigent Claims Specialist to support the administration of the county’s indigent healthcare program. This is your opportunity to play a key role in ensuring accurate and timely healthcare claims processing while making a meaningful impact in our community!
Why Join Us?
We offer a career with fantastic benefits, including:
- Amazing retirement package to secure your future
- Affordable medical insurance to keep you and your family covered
- Generous paid time off so you can recharge
- FREE life insurance & long-term disability for peace of mind
- FREE parking – because the little things matter too!
What You’ll Do:
• Review and process hospital and specialty claims for the indigent healthcare program
• Verify patient eligibility, demographics, and coverage prior to claim approval
• Maintain accurate and detailed records for all claims
• Monitor workflow and backlog to ensure timely claim processing
• Serve as a liaison with healthcare providers, third-party administrators, and county partners
• Identify errors or discrepancies and recommend process improvements
• Review check registers and prepare monthly and annual reports
• Research aged claims, process refunds, and resolve denied or past-due claims
• Assist clients and providers with questions regarding claims
• Stay up to date with indigent healthcare regulations and program requirements
• Maintain compliance with HIPAA and organizational policies
• Perform other duties as assigned
What We’re Looking For:
• Bachelor’s degree preferred or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Three (3) years of progressively responsible office experience
• Strong analytical, organizational, and data entry skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong customer service and interpersonal skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work independently
• Knowledge of medical terminology, coding, or healthcare claims preferred
• Ability to interpret financial and healthcare-related documents preferred
• Valid Texas driver’s license (or ability to obtain)
• Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends if needed
• Must comply with immunization requirements
• Must pass background check, MVR check (if applicable), and drug/alcohol screening
Equivalent education and experience may be considered
Application Deadline: Open Until Filled
No phone calls please
ADA / EEO / DFWP
Our Mission: Protecting and Promoting the One Health of Galveston County
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What We Do
The Galveston County Health District works daily to prevent disease, protect against public health threats, and promote good health for all of Galveston County by providing a range of public health services including immunization, disease investigation, environmental health, and medical, dental, and counseling care.
