The Medical Records Associate ensures that a complete medical records program is maintained in accordance with company standards and applicable federal, state, and local standards, guidelines, and regulations.
Key responsibilities include reviewing records on the nursing units, assisting with procedures to ensure records are properly assembled and filed, providing clerical support to the nursing management team, and helping manage medical records operations.
The role also involves collecting, scanning, and attaching resident and patient information to the electronic medical record (EMR), returning incomplete EMRs for completion, gathering documentation for insurance appeals and recertifications, completing admission audits, and auditing EMRs for completeness.
In addition, the position supports quality and compliance efforts by helping maintain electronic medical record procedures, ensuring policies are followed, reviewing department policies annually, collecting physician signatures, and maintaining the confidentiality of resident and patient information.
High school diploma or equivalent required.
Associate degree in health information or a related field preferred.
Two years of experience in medical records in a long-term care, hospital, or related healthcare setting required.
Working knowledge of diagnosis codes required.
Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language.
Location
Ohio, US
Employment Type
Full-time
Experience Level
Associate
Remote work allowed
No
Posted
3 weeks ago