Experienced Medical Data Entry Associate – Health Information Management and Coding Specialist

Introduction to blithequark

At blithequark, we are passionate about delivering exceptional healthcare services that make a meaningful difference in people's lives. As a leader in the healthcare industry, we recognize the importance of accurate and efficient health information management. Our team of dedicated professionals is committed to ensuring that our patients receive the best possible care, and we are now seeking an experienced Medical Data Entry Associate to join our dynamic team. If you have a keen eye for detail, excellent analytical skills, and a passion for healthcare, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.

Job Summary

As a Medical Data Entry Associate at blithequark, you will play a critical role in ensuring the accuracy and integrity of our health information database. Your primary responsibility will be to review and verify assigned codes and sequences, diagnose and procedures according to regulations, and abstract accurate clinical information to obtain the most specific code possible. You will also be responsible for maintaining up-to-date knowledge of coding and regulatory requirements, utilizing web-based tools and other available resources to facilitate providing insurance companies with required information, and participating in audits to capture lost charges and determine the accuracy of billing.

Key Responsibilities

• Reviews and verifies assigned codes and sequences diagnosis and procedures according to regulations (e.g., ICD9CM, CPT, HCPCS, UHDDS, and HIPPA coding guidelines) and abstracts accurate clinical information to obtain the most specific code possible to ensure an accurate health information database.
• Contacts physicians for clarification of clinical information as necessary for account type and ensures that all relevant information is accurately documented.
• Maintains up-to-date knowledge of coding and regulatory requirements to accurately assign codes for appropriate reimbursement of healthcare services and continues to strive to meet continuing education requirements for certification or to maintain working knowledge of on-going changes to CPT, HCPS, and ICD codes.
• Utilizes web-based tools, coding books, and other available resources to facilitate providing insurance companies with required information and ensures that all relevant information is accurately documented.
• Utilizes multiple information systems to accurately select the correct patient account in order to appropriately review and verify patient billable charges and ensures that all relevant information is accurately documented.
• Participates in and assists with audits to capture lost charges and determine the accuracy of billing as necessary and provides detailed and accurate comments for future reference.
• Gathers demographic, insurance, and health care encounter information from a variety of sources for the purpose of billing medical provider professional fees and ensures that all relevant information is accurately documented.
• Enters and verifies the appropriate demographic information, charges, and comments into the computerized billing system and ensures that all relevant information is accurately documented.
• Performs manual charge entry by gathering demographic, insurance, and healthcare encounter information from a variety of sources in order to accurately bill medical provider professional fees and ensures that all relevant information is accurately documented.
• Ensures information entered in the system is done in an accurate and timely manner, verifying charges on accounts as needed and providing detailed and accurate comments for future reference.
• Creates a registration in the appropriate system (EPIC) from documentation provided to accurately record encounter and accurately bill the appropriate stakeholders.
• Responds to inquiries from provider offices and various internal departments in a timely and accurate professional manner and ensures that all relevant information is accurately documented.

Essential Qualifications

To be successful in this role, you will need to have:

• A high school diploma or its equivalent.
• No experience is necessary, but previous experience in a healthcare setting or in a related field is an asset.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to attention to detail and accuracy.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively with physicians, other healthcare professionals, and internal stakeholders.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information with discretion.
• Strong organizational and time management skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines.
• Proficiency in using computerized billing systems and other software applications.

Preferred Qualifications

While not essential, the following qualifications are preferred:

• Certification in medical coding or a related field (e.g., CPC, CCA, CCS).
• Previous experience in a healthcare setting or in a related field (e.g., medical billing, health information management).
• Knowledge of ICD9CM, CPT, HCPCS, UHDDS, and HIPPA coding guidelines.
• Experience with EPIC or other electronic health record systems.

Skills and Competencies

To be successful in this role, you will need to possess the following skills and competencies:

• Attention to detail: The ability to accurately review and verify assigned codes and sequences, diagnose and procedures according to regulations.
• Analytical skills: The ability to analyze complex clinical information and assign the most specific code possible.
• Communication skills: The ability to effectively communicate with physicians, other healthcare professionals, and internal stakeholders.
• Organizational skills: The ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Technical skills: Proficiency in using computerized billing systems and other software applications.

Career Growth Opportunities and Learning Benefits

At blithequark, we are committed to the growth and development of our employees. As a Medical Data Entry Associate, you will have access to a range of training and development opportunities, including:

• Ongoing education and training in medical coding and health information management.
• Opportunities for certification in medical coding or a related field.
• Career advancement opportunities within the company.
• A supportive and collaborative work environment that encourages learning and growth.

Work Environment and Company Culture

At blithequark, we pride ourselves on our positive and supportive work environment. Our company culture is built on the values of respect, integrity, and excellence, and we are committed to creating a workplace that is inclusive, diverse, and empowering. As a Medical Data Entry Associate, you will be part of a dynamic team that is passionate about delivering exceptional healthcare services and making a meaningful difference in people's lives.

Compensation, Perks, and Benefits

At blithequark, we offer a competitive compensation package that includes a range of perks and benefits, including:

• A competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunities for career advancement and professional growth.
• A supportive and collaborative work environment.
• A range of employee perks and benefits, including health and wellness programs, employee recognition programs, and more.

Conclusion

If you are a motivated and detail-oriented individual who is passionate about healthcare and health information management, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity. As a Medical Data Entry Associate at blithequark, you will be part of a dynamic team that is committed to delivering exceptional healthcare services and making a meaningful difference in people's lives. Apply now to join our team and take the first step in an exciting and rewarding career in healthcare.