Linda Bombara
Butler,PA
Summary
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
39
39
years of professional experience
Work History
Medical Records Technician (ROI)
Butler VA
11.2023 - Current
- Expedited release-of-information requests by verifying authorization forms and providing requested documents promptly.
- Demonstrated strong attention to detail while cross-referencing medical records for completeness and consistency, identifying potential errors and facilitating prompt resolution.
- Communicated effectively with staff, patients, and insurance companies by email and telephone.
- Contributed to a team-oriented work environment by collaborating closely with colleagues on various projects related to medical records management.
- Kept accurate log of requests for medical information and records.
- Streamlined daily workflow by organizing files, scanning documents, and maintaining electronic database systems.
- Ensured timely processing of medical records requests by efficiently coordinating with healthcare providers, insurance companies, and legal representatives.
- Developed strong working relationships with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to ensure accurate recordkeeping practices were upheld consistently across all departments.
- Obtained necessary signatures on information release forms to obtain medical and treatment records from other service providers.
- Facilitated smooth transitions between care providers by promptly transferring medical records upon request.
- Maintained strict confidentiality of sensitive patient information in compliance with HIPAA regulations.
- Processed medical records requests from outside providers according to facility, state, and federal law.
- Participated in regular staff meetings to discuss best practices and share insights with colleagues, contributing to an overall improvement in departmental performance.
- Reviewed charts and flagged incomplete or inaccurate information.
- Provided exceptional customer service when responding to inquiries from patients or their representatives regarding access to personal health information.
- Assisted in preparation of medical records to release to other medical facilities requesting for patient history and information.
- Maintained confidentiality of all medical records and sensitive information to comply with HIPAA regulations.
- Supported medical staff by providing organized and accurate medical records.
- Responded to patient inquiries to provide information and details of medical records.
- Scanned medical records in digital format for easy retrieval and accessibility.
- Analyzed complex medical records to identify discrepancies in accuracy and completeness.
- Printed and photocopied documents to provide patients with copies of medical records.
- Maintained patient confidence by keeping patient records information confidential.
- Verified accuracy of patient information in medical records.
- Maintained accuracy, completeness, and security for medical records and health information.
- Followed up with medical staff regarding missing information in patient records.
- Utilized electronic medical record systems to store, retrieve and process patient data.
- Scanned and uploaded medical records into electronic medical records system.
- Tracked and monitored requests for medical records release.
- Transcribed and entered patient medical information into electronic medical records systems.
- Processed and tracked requests for medical records from external organizations.
Health Information Specialist II
Butler Health System
09.1985 - 11.2023
- Maintained relationships with medical providers
- Sorted, scanned and indexed documents, developed workflows and processed workflow reports to keep clinical records maintained in accordance with guidelines
- Directed and assisted pulling and procurement of medical files according to established procedures
- Collected, organized and entered patient data into medical systems
- Release of Information (faxing records to other facilities, mailing records to other facilities, printing records for patients as they come into Butler Health System, release discs to facilities/patients)
- Developed strong relationships with healthcare providers, fostering effective communication channels to address any concerns related to patient data management or documentation practices.
- Directed and assisted pulling and procurement of medical files according to established procedures.
- Ensured compliance with HIPAA regulations by conducting regular staff training sessions and implementing privacy policies within the organization.
- Served as a resource for other team members by sharing expertise and knowledge on complex health information management topics, contributing to overall departmental success.
- Sorted, scanned and indexed documents, developed workflows and processed workflow reports to keep clinical records maintained in accordance with guidelines.
- Collaborated closely with physicians and nursing staff to improve quality of patient records documentation.
- Maintained relationships with medical providers, suppliers, and reporters.
- Reviewed medical records for completeness and filed records in alphabetic and numeric order.
- Maintained accuracy, completeness, and security for medical records and health information.
- Followed up with medical staff regarding missing information in patient records.
- Utilized electronic medical record systems to store, retrieve and process patient data.
- Verified accuracy of patient information in medical records.
- Scanned and uploaded medical records into electronic medical records system.
Education
No Degree: Medical Coding -
Springfield Technical Community College
Springfield, MA12.2004
No Degree: Medical Terminology -
Springfield Technical Community College
Springfield, MA10.2004
No Degree: Business/Legal -
Bradford Business School
Pittsburgh, PA06.1985
High School Diploma -
Butler Area Senior High School
Butler, PA06.1984
Skills
- Data Entry
- Paperwork Processing
- Filing systems expertise
- EMR / EHR
- Attention to Detail
- Microsoft Excel
- EMR Systems
- Medical Release of Information ROI processes
- Records Accuracy
- Patient Information Verification
- Records Scanning
- Electronic Health Record Applications
- Demographics Information
- Multitasking Abilities
- Proficient in Meditech Expanse, e-Vitals (electronic birth certificates), electronic death certificates, CPRS, Vista Imaging
- Written and verbal communication
- File Organization
- Medical terminology understanding
- Patient confidentiality
- Document Scanning
- Records Organization
- Health Information Systems
- Information Verification
- Customer Service
- HIPAA Regulations
- Heartsaver CPR AED
- Electronic Health Record Specialist
Accomplishments
Achieved 100% by completing birth certificates with accuracy and efficiency.
Yearsofservice
37 years of service at Butler Health System
Timeline
Medical Records Technician (ROI)
Butler VA
11.2023 - Current
Health Information Specialist II
Butler Health System
09.1985 - 11.2023
No Degree: Medical Coding -
Springfield Technical Community College
No Degree: Medical Terminology -
Springfield Technical Community College
No Degree: Business/Legal -
Bradford Business School
High School Diploma -
Butler Area Senior High School
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