Entry-Level Documentation Support Specialist

HealthDrive • San Antonio, TX

5d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Clinical Documentation Specialist is responsible for the effective procurement and follow-up on documentation required for products and services to be rendered to patients in the San Antonio, Texas area. This is a driving position and requires a good driving record as well as reliable transportation. HealthDrive delivers on-site dentistry, optometry, podiatry, audiology, behavioral health, and primary care services to residents in long-term care, skilled nursing, and assisted living facilities. HealthDrive connects patients in need of vital healthcare to doctors committed to dignity and excellence. HealthDrive is a place where everyone can grow and training is provided. Join our diverse team today!

Requirements

• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Strong ability to communicate both verbally and in writing
• Creative problem-solver
• Ability to follow up consistently and diligently
• Highly organized and professional
• Ability to pay close attention to detail
• Comfortable in speaking with providers, vendors, customers, and responsible parties as needed
• Able to work in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to navigate in all HealthDrive operating systems
• Self-motivated and ability to work effectively with minimal supervision
• Minimum of an Associate’s Degree and/or equivalent work experience
• Valid driver’s license and a good driving record
• Ability to use office equipment such as computer, phone, copier, as well as interactive computer software

Nice To Haves

• Travel potential based on market conditions

Responsibilities

• Identify and request documents as needed for products and services
• Effective follow-up on outstanding documentation.
• Tasks include: Outreach to insurance payers, Outreach to primary care physicians, Coordination of outreach to patients or responsible parties, Coordination of outreach to Sales, Calling responsible parties, facilities for needed assistance, Calling, faxing to insurance companies for prior authorization approvals when needed
• Manage documents in queue to ensure: All outstanding items are followed-up on appropriately, Deadlines for service are met, Pipeline on DME items is efficient, Billing criteria are met
• Update computer system as required for documentation tracking, service delivery, etc.
• Send all necessary paper work to providers for ordering of hardware items
• Scan original documents into the computer system and attach to appropriate patient record
• Coordinate and complete documentation mailings as necessary
• Order DME items from lab(s) as appropriate/required; includes requesting documentation
• Update managers/supervisors with feedback from customers to improve services or provide recognition of staff members
• Other duties and tasks may be assigned as appropriate or necessary

Benefits

• PPO Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 401(k) + Company match
• Paid Time Off
• hybrid schedule opportunity
• Verizon Wireless, Dell, and other employee discounts
• profit sharing
• employee referral bonuses

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree