Under general supervision and in accordance to established policies and procedures, the Data Entry Associate reviews and codes medical documents and/or charge tickets as assigned. Identifies, documents and provides follow up on deficiencies. Processes edits/denials and makes necessary corrections. Performs all other duties as required.
Job Description/Responsibilities:
- Reviews encounter to determine the appropriate action required.
- Evaluates medical records documentation to determine correct coding.
- Determines if accident date/type is applicable.
- Inspects each encounter for missing information and follows up with the appropriate party.
- Examines documents in various for missing information.
- Monitor multiple systems for actionable requirements.
- Provides liaison/departmental contacts with facts to help clear edits.
- Notifies management of any delays when documents are not received in a timely manner as determined by guidelines.
- Collaborate with and provide administrative support to the Department Manager as needed.
- Oversee the day-to-day operations of one or more designated teams or areas according to established policies & procedures including daily staff assignments & work schedules.
- Plan and revise as necessary daily staff assignments and schedules lunch and break times.
- Informs others as needed in a clear, concise manner; selects the proper mode of communication & includes appropriate parties.
- Verifies all written communication is grammatically correct and free of typographical errors.
- Answers phone and take complete, accurate messages. Make sure messages are routed to appropriate person in a timely manner.
- Notifies Manager promptly when problems arise with equipment, programs, etc.
- Utilizes effective time management techniques.
- Supervises all employees in a firm, fair, and consistent manner.
- Oversees training of personnel within the supervised area.
- Effectively demonstrates use of Situational Leadership Techniques to development commitment, action, and teamwork.
- Consistently demonstrates the ability to recognize, establish and deal with priorities.
- Reviews and analyzes all facts of a situation when developing a plan of action; considers all relevant data to make the most informed decision possible.
- Collaborates with the manager in the interviewing and employee selection process.
- Completes performance evaluations annually for each employee, based upon objectives, time frames, and collaborating with the manager. Recommends employees for specialized training, transfer, or promotion to ensure most effective utilization of individual skills.
- Recommends employee promotions, discharges, disciplinary action for personnel as appropriate based on carefully documented performance appraisals.
Qualifications:Required Qualifications:
- High school diploma or equivalent. 2 years experience with medical billing, coding, and/ or medical records. Previous experience in patient registration
- Be able to type 40-50 words per minute or complete 8,000-10,000 keystrokes per hour;
- Basic computer skills. Business Office Education or similar coursework desired.
- Possess exceptional telephone and customer service skills
- Good written and oral communication skills
Preferred:
- Three Years previous medical office experience
- Leadership in the field of healthcare preferred
- Knowledge of medical terminology and medical insurance
- Previous experience with Cerner, IDX, Powerchart
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