Accomplished Medical Records Manager with a proven track record at Bridgewater State Hospital - Wellpath, enhancing documentation policies and improving performance. Expert in Microsoft Excel and adept at management, I spearheaded quality assurance initiatives, achieving significant compliance advancements. Skilled in fostering team collaboration, I excel in streamlining processes and safeguarding patient information integrity.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Medical Records Manager
Bridgewater State Hospital - Wellpath
10.2018 - Current
Analyzed quality control assessment findings and developed and implemented methods to improve performance.Scheduled and conducted educational programs to explain and discuss documentation policies and practices.
Reviewed open and closed records to comply with medical record documentation policies and reported findings to nursing services director.
Liaised with nursing staff to discuss medical records and budget issues.
Created and maintained safeguards against unauthorized access and use of computer-based medical records.
Developed and implemented record storage and retrieval system to comply with record retention laws and maintain accessibility.
Oversite of the daily operations of the Medical Records Department
Supervise Medical Record Clerks
Certify medical records as true and complete to present as evidence in court
Oversaw secure transfer of patient records to other health care providers to support requests and authorizations.
Abstracted information from records as authorized or requested by insurance companies and other third-party payers.
Developed and updated policies and procedures, maintaining compliance with guidelines relating to HIPAA, benefits administration and general liability.
Established and maintained effective communication with staff, physicians and community organizations to promote high quality patient care.
Any and all other office responsibilities asked of me
Intake & Scheduling Specialist
Caretenders VNA
03.2015 - 10.2018
Established rapport with callers to build loyalty and support retention goals.
Provided detailed information about available services and requirements.
Reviewed and validated patient insurance eligibility
Documented calls and appointments using HomeCare HomeBase.
Maintained/ordered office and medical supplies for patient care.
Responded and triaged calls as received.
Scheduled clinicians for weekend home visits.
Clinical Quality Abstractor
Cambridge Health Alliance
05.2014 - 03.2015
Participated in quality improvement initiatives to improve patient care.
Established and maintained effective communication with staff, physicians and community organizations to promote high quality patient care.
Conducted research and developed evidence-based clinical guidelines.
Assisted in development and implementation of new clinical programs.
Provided clinical oversight and support to health care teams.
Monitored and maintained clinical supplies, materials and inventory.
Identified clinical risks and took appropriate preventative actions.