Medical Charge Entry and Document Specialist

Center for Orthopaedics•Lake Charles, LA

9d•Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Medical Charge Entry & Document Specialist. Key responsibilities will include accurate charge entry of professional and ancillary physician services and supplies and the retrieval of medical records from various sources, scanning and upload into our Practice Management system for charge entry purposes. The ideal candidate has a background in the healthcare setting with excellent communication skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work efficiently and effectively in a fast-paced environment and under the direction of our coding team.

Requirements

High school graduate or equivalent
Minimum of 2 years of experience in medical records, medical coding or medical billing, with a working knowledge of CPT/HCPCS/ICD-10 codes
Knowledge of medical terminology and anatomy
Ability to identify and handle medical records in a HIPAA compliant manner
Must be available to work 40 hours a week
Excellent attention to detail and accuracy, with the ability to multitask and prioritize effectively
Strong communication skills, both verbal and written
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Understanding of healthcare regulations and compliance requirements, including HIPAA and Medicare/Medicaid guidelines

Responsibilities

Accurate charge entry of professional and ancillary physician services and supplies.
Retrieval of medical records from various sources.
Scanning and upload of medical records into our Practice Management system for charge entry purposes.