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

Are you passionate about delivering high-quality healthcare services and ensuring accurate reimbursement for medical providers? Do you have a keen eye for detail and a strong understanding of medical coding and regulatory requirements? If so, we invite you to join blithequark's dynamic team as a Medical Data Entry Associate – Healthcare Information Management and Reimbursement Specialist. **About blithequark** blithequark is a leading provider of innovative healthcare solutions, dedicated to delivering exceptional patient care and improving healthcare outcomes. Our team of dedicated professionals is committed to staying at the forefront of industry trends and advancements, ensuring that our services meet the highest standards of quality and excellence. As a Medical Data Entry Associate, you will play a vital role in supporting our mission by ensuring accurate and timely reimbursement for medical providers. **Key Responsibilities** As a Medical Data Entry Associate, you will be responsible for reviewing and verifying assigned codes and sequences diagnosis and procedures according to regulations (e.g., ICD9CM, CPT, HCPCS, UHDDS, and HIPPA coding guidelines) and abstracting accurate clinical information to obtain the most specific code possible to ensure an accurate health information database. Your key responsibilities will include: * Reviewing and verifying assigned codes and sequences diagnosis and procedures according to regulations and abstracting accurate clinical information to obtain the most specific code possible * Contacting physicians for clarification of clinical information as necessary * Maintaining up-to-date knowledge of coding and regulatory requirements to accurately assign codes for appropriate reimbursement of healthcare services * Utilizing web-based tools, coding books, and other available resources to facilitate providing insurance companies with required information * Utilizing multiple information systems to accurately select the correct patient account in order to appropriately review and verify patient billable charges * Participating in and assisting with audits to capture lost charges and determine the accuracy of billing as necessary * Gathering demographic, insurance, and health care encounter information from a variety of sources for the purpose of billing medical provider professional fees * Entering and verifying the appropriate demographic information, charges, and comments into the computerized billing system * Performing 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 * Ensuring information entered in the system is done in an accurate and timely manner, verifying charges on accounts as needed, and providing detailed and accurate comments for future reference * Creating a registration in the appropriate system (EPIC) from documentation provided to accurately record encounter and accurately bill the appropriate stakeholders * Responding 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 a dynamic healthcare environment * Strong understanding of medical coding and regulatory requirements (e.g., ICD9CM, CPT, HCPCS, UHDDS, and HIPPA coding guidelines) * Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills * Strong attention to detail and ability to work accurately in a fast-paced environment * Excellent communication and interpersonal skills * Ability to work effectively in a team environment and collaborate with healthcare professionals * Strong computer skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Office and EPIC **Preferred Qualifications** * Experience in medical data entry or a related field * Certification in medical coding (e.g., CPC, CCS, or CCS-P) * Knowledge of healthcare reimbursement and billing processes * Experience working with electronic health records (EHRs) and practice management systems (PMS) * Strong understanding of healthcare regulations and compliance requirements **Skills and Competencies** * Strong analytical and problem-solving skills * Excellent attention to detail and ability to work accurately in a fast-paced environment * Excellent communication and interpersonal skills * Ability to work effectively in a team environment and collaborate with healthcare professionals * Strong computer skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Office and EPIC * Ability to learn and adapt to new systems and technologies * Strong understanding of healthcare regulations and compliance requirements **Career Growth Opportunities and Learning Benefits** As a Medical Data Entry Associate at blithequark, you will have opportunities to grow and develop your skills and knowledge in a dynamic healthcare environment. Our team is committed to staying at the forefront of industry trends and advancements, and we offer a range of training and development programs to support your career growth. Some of the benefits you can expect include: * Opportunities for career advancement and professional growth * Comprehensive training and development programs to support your career growth * Collaborative and supportive team environment * Flexible work arrangements and remote work options * Competitive compensation and benefits package * Opportunities for professional certification and continuing education **Work Environment and Company Culture** blithequark is a dynamic and innovative healthcare organization that values collaboration, teamwork, and continuous learning. Our team is committed to delivering exceptional patient care and improving healthcare outcomes, and we strive to create a work environment that is supportive, inclusive, and respectful. Some of the benefits of working at blithequark include: * Collaborative and supportive team environment * Flexible work arrangements and remote work options * Comprehensive training and development programs * Competitive compensation and benefits package * Opportunities for professional certification and continuing education * Recognition and rewards for outstanding performance and contributions **Compensation, Perks, and Benefits** We offer a competitive compensation and benefits package that includes: * Competitive salary and benefits package * Comprehensive health insurance and wellness programs * Retirement savings plan and matching contributions * Paid time off and vacation days * Flexible work arrangements and remote work options * Professional development and continuing education opportunities * Recognition and rewards for outstanding performance and contributions **How to Apply** If you are a motivated and detail-oriented individual with a passion for delivering high-quality healthcare services, we invite you to apply for the Medical Data Entry Associate position at blithequark. 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