Experienced Medical Data Entry Associate – Healthcare Information Management Specialist

At arenaflex, we're dedicated to revolutionizing the healthcare industry through innovative solutions and 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. If you're passionate about delivering high-quality results, staying up-to-date with the latest coding and regulatory requirements, and working in a dynamic team environment, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.

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 work closely with physicians, insurance companies, and internal departments to ensure accurate and timely billing of medical provider professional fees. If you're a detail-oriented, organized, and customer-focused individual with a passion for healthcare, we invite you to join our team.

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.
• Maintains up-to-date knowledge of coding and regulatory requirements to accurately assign codes for appropriate reimbursement of healthcare services. Continuously strives to meet continuing education requirements for certification or to maintain working knowledge of ongoing 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 healthcare 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; however, prior experience in a healthcare setting or medical data entry role is preferred.
• Strong understanding of coding and regulatory requirements, including ICD9CM, CPT, HCPCS, UHDDS, and HIPPA guidelines.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.
• Ability to work accurately and efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in using multiple information systems and software applications.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information.

Preferred Qualifications:

* Certification in medical coding (e.g., CPC, CCS, or CCS-P).

• Experience working with electronic health records (EHRs) and practice management systems.
• Knowledge of healthcare regulations and compliance requirements.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to maintain accuracy in data entry.

Skills and Competencies:

* Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

• Excellent communication and customer service skills.
• Ability to work accurately and efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to maintain accuracy in data entry.
• Proficiency in using multiple information systems and software applications.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

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 medical coding and regulatory requirements.
• Work with a dynamic team of healthcare professionals who are passionate about delivering exceptional patient care.
• Participate in ongoing training and education programs to stay up-to-date with the latest coding and regulatory requirements.
• Take on additional responsibilities and contribute to the growth and success of our organization.

Work Environment and Company Culture:

At arenaflex, we're dedicated to creating a positive and supportive work environment that fosters collaboration, innovation, and growth. As a Medical Data Entry Associate, you'll work in a dynamic team environment with a focus on delivering high-quality results. Our company culture is built on the following values:

• Respect: We value and respect each other's differences and perspectives.
• Integrity: We operate with honesty, transparency, and accountability.
• Excellence: We strive for excellence in everything we do.
• Teamwork: We work together to achieve our goals and support each other's success.
• Innovation: We encourage creativity and innovation to drive growth and improvement.

Compensation, Perks, and Benefits:

At arenaflex, we offer a competitive compensation package that includes:

• Competitive salary and benefits.
• Opportunities for career growth and advancement.
• Ongoing training and education programs.
• A dynamic and supportive work environment.
• Recognition and rewards for outstanding performance.

How to Apply:

If you're a motivated and detail-oriented individual with a passion for healthcare, we invite you to apply for this exciting opportunity. Please submit your resume and cover letter to [insert contact information]. We look forward to hearing from you!

Equal Employment Opportunity:

arenaflex is an equal employment opportunity employer and welcomes applications from diverse candidates. We are committed to creating a workplace that is inclusive and respectful of all employees, regardless of their background, culture, or identity. Apply for this job