Risk Adjustment Medical Record Retrieval Specialist

Responsible for acquiring Medical Records from provider offices for purposes of Risk Adjustment coding and data submission to the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS). Travel to provider offices and assist in the acquisition of Medical Records.
Job Description:
Job Responsibilities

• Load Medical Records into BCBST coding system and link records to appropriate chart IDs.
• Download Medical Records from Electronic Medical Record (EMR) systems remotely and in person.
• Schedule appointments and assist with the Medical Record quality assurance process as necessary.
• Perform or participate in special projects as directed by management
• Travel to provider offices and assist in the acquisition of Medical Records.
• Willing to travel locally on a regular basis with occasional overnight stays.
• Various immunizations and/or associated medical tests may be required for this position.

Job Qualifications
Education

• High School Diploma or equivalent

Experience

• 1 year - Administrative experience working in a clinical related setting (physician practice, hospital, insurance company, etc.) is required.

Skills/Certifications

• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel and Powerpoint)
• Must be a team player, be organized and have the ability to handle multiple projects
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Strong interpersonal and organizational skills

Job Specific Requirements:
Employees who are required to operate either a BCBST-owned vehicle or a personal or rental vehicle for company business on a routine basis* will be automatically enrolled into the BCBST Driver Safety Program. The employee will also be required to adhere to the guidelines set forth through the program. This includes, maintaining a valid driver's license, auto insurance compliance with minimum liability requirements; as defined in the "Use of Non BCBST-Owned Vehicle" Policy (for employees driving personal or rental vehicles only); and maintaining an acceptable motor vehicle record (MVR).
*The definition for "routine basis" is defined as daily, weekly or at regularly schedule times.
Background in providers office -1 year
Medical Records - 1 year
EMR experience -1 year
Preferred Skills:
Number of Openings Available:
1
Worker Type:
Employee
Worker Sub-Type:
Employee
Company:
BCBST BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee, Inc.
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