Experienced Medical Data Entry Associate – Healthcare Information Management and Reimbursement Specialist

At arenaflex, we're dedicated to revolutionizing the healthcare industry by providing cutting-edge solutions that empower medical professionals to deliver exceptional patient care. As a Medical Data Entry Associate, you'll play a vital role in ensuring the accuracy and integrity of our health information database, while also contributing to the reimbursement process for healthcare services. If you're passionate about healthcare, coding, and data management, we invite you to join our team and embark on a rewarding career journey.

Job Summary:

As a Medical Data Entry Associate at arenaflex, you'll be responsible for reviewing and verifying assigned codes and sequences diagnosis and procedures according to regulations, abstracting accurate clinical information, and maintaining up-to-date knowledge of coding and regulatory requirements. You'll also utilize web-based tools, coding books, and other available resources to facilitate providing insurance companies with required information. Your attention to detail, analytical skills, and ability to work accurately and efficiently will be essential in ensuring the accuracy and timeliness of our health information database.

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 appropriate for account type as necessary
• Maintains up-to-date knowledge of coding and regulatory requirements to accurately assign codes for appropriate reimbursement of healthcare services. 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.
• Utilizes multiple information systems to accurately select the correct patient account in order to appropriately review and verify patient billable charges.
• Participates in and assists with audits to capture lost charges and determine the accuracy of billing as necessary.
• Gathers demographic, insurance, and health care encounter information from a variety of sources for the purpose of billing medical provider professional fees.
• Enters and verifies the appropriate demographic information, charges, and comments into the computerized billing system.
• 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.
• Ensures information entered in the system is done in an accurate and timely manner. Verifies charges on accounts as needed and provides detailed and accurate comments for future reference.
• When necessary, 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.

Essential Qualifications:

* High school diploma or its equivalent.

• No experience necessary, but a strong desire to learn and grow in the field of healthcare information management and reimbursement.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with attention to detail and accuracy.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, with multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Strong organizational and time management skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Familiarity with healthcare regulations and coding systems (e.g., ICD9CM, CPT, HCPCS, UHDDS, and HIPPA).

Preferred Qualifications:

* Experience in healthcare information management or a related field.

• Certification in medical coding or a related field (e.g., CPC, CMC, CCS).
• Familiarity with electronic health records (EHRs) and practice management systems (PMS).
• Strong knowledge of healthcare regulations and coding systems, with a focus on ICD9CM, CPT, HCPCS, UHDDS, and HIPPA.
• Experience with data entry and management, with a focus on accuracy and efficiency.

Skills and Competencies:

* Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with attention to detail and accuracy.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, with multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Strong organizational and time management skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Familiarity with healthcare regulations and coding systems (e.g., ICD9CM, CPT, HCPCS, UHDDS, and HIPPA).
• Strong knowledge of electronic health records (EHRs) and practice management systems (PMS).
• Ability to learn and adapt to new systems and technologies.

Career Growth Opportunities and Learning Benefits:

At arenaflex, we're committed to helping our employees grow and develop their careers. As a Medical Data Entry Associate, you'll have opportunities to:

• Develop your skills and knowledge in healthcare information management and reimbursement.
• Work with a talented team of healthcare professionals who are passionate about delivering exceptional patient care.
• Participate in ongoing training and education programs to stay up-to-date on the latest healthcare regulations and coding systems.
• Take on new challenges and responsibilities as you grow and develop in your career.
• Enjoy a competitive salary and benefits package, with opportunities for advancement and professional growth.

Work Environment and Company Culture:

At arenaflex, we're dedicated to creating a work environment that's collaborative, supportive, and inclusive. Our team is passionate about delivering exceptional patient care, and we're committed to providing the resources and support you need to succeed. As a Medical Data Entry Associate, you'll work in a fast-paced environment with multiple priorities and deadlines, but you'll also have the opportunity to work with a talented team of healthcare professionals who are passionate about their work.

Compensation, Perks, and Benefits:

At arenaflex, we're committed to providing our employees with a competitive salary and benefits package. As a Medical Data Entry Associate, you'll enjoy:

• A competitive salary and benefits package, with opportunities for advancement and professional growth.
• A comprehensive training and education program to help you develop your skills and knowledge in healthcare information management and reimbursement.
• A collaborative and supportive work environment, with opportunities to work with a talented team of healthcare professionals.
• A flexible and dynamic work schedule, with opportunities to work remotely or in our office.
• A comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, and vision insurance, as well as 401(k) matching and paid time off.

Conclusion:

If you're passionate about healthcare, coding, and data management, and you're looking for a rewarding career opportunity, we invite you to join our team at arenaflex. As a Medical Data Entry Associate, you'll play a vital role in ensuring the accuracy and integrity of our health information database, while also contributing to the reimbursement process for healthcare services. Apply today and take the first step towards a fulfilling career in healthcare information management and reimbursement! Apply for this job