Detail-oriented Medical Records Specialist with a proven track record in data entry accuracy and compliance auditing. Adept at managing patient confidentiality and streamlining information retrieval processes.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
2
2
Certifications
Work History
Medical Records Specialist
Heritage Behavioral Health Center
Decatur, IL
03.2025 - 12.2025
Managed medical records for patient confidentiality and compliance.
Processed incoming documentation and ensured accurate data entry.
Organized patient files and maintained electronic record systems.
Assisted staff in retrieving information from medical records efficiently.
Conducted regular audits to verify record accuracy and completeness.
Adhered to HIPAA guidelines when handling protected health information.
Conducted quality assurance audits of medical records for compliance with state regulations.
Assisted in the development of new policies and procedures for medical record keeping.
Medical Records Specialist
Ciox Healthcare
Decatur, IL
08.2023 - 03.2025
Managed medical records for patient confidentiality and compliance.
Organized patient files and maintained electronic record systems.
Assisted staff in retrieving information from medical records efficiently.
Collaborated with healthcare providers to clarify patient information needs.
Supported the implementation of best practices in medical record keeping.
Adhered to HIPAA guidelines when handling protected health information.
Collected, filed, scanned, and retrieved confidential patient information.
Release of Information Specialist
HSHS St. Mary's Hospital
Decatur, IL
12.2019 - 08.2023
Processed and tracked requests using electronic health record systems.
Educated staff on policies related to information disclosure.
Collaborated with legal teams to address information release inquiries.
Resolved issues related to record requests in a timely manner.
Reviewed patient records to determine releasable information according to HIPAA regulations.
Processed incoming and outgoing mail, emails, faxes, and phone calls related to release of information requests.