lpn chronic disease state specialist - ELEVEN MILE, AZ , USA, United States - Sun Life Health

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    Job Location
    CG ARIZOLA - CASA GRANDE, AZ

    Position Type
    Full-time

    Job Shift
    8:00am-5:00pm Monday-Friday

    Description

    JOB TITLE: CHRONIC DISEASE STATE SPECIALIST

    REPORTS TO: DIRECTOR INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY

    STATEMENT OF PURPOSE:

    The Chronic Disease State Specialist promotes the health and wellness patients of Sun Life Family Health Center who have at least one diagnosis of a chronic disease. This individual will be responsible for identifying and closing gaps in care for patients with a chronic condition, as defined by Sun Life Family Health Center.

    ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
    • Conducts data reporting to identify gaps in care or services and conducts patient outreach to facilitate follow-up care or services
    • Provides patient education
    • Provides post-care follow-up
    • Obtains prior-authorization and/or referrals to other healthcare services or providers as necessary
    • Verifies coverage and benefits with insurers
    • Provides patient education sessions for various health conditions; e.g., diabetes, CHF, COPD, etc.
    • Participate in in-service/education regarding Quality Improvement.
    • Performs Chronic Care Management services for Medicare beneficiaries
    • Perform all other related duties as assigned or requested.
    Qualifications

    EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
    • Licensed Practical Nurse (L.P.N.) with valid state license