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We currently have a full-time opening for a Health Information Management (HIM) Specialist in Elmhurst, IL. The Health Information Management Specialist provides will perform a variety of tasks associated with the collecting, analyzing, and indexing of patient care documentation within our claims system.

Your day will be very busy… you will:

• Obtains medical records and supporting documentation. Proactively works to secure incomplete data for clean submission of claims utilizing EMR access, technology support software, requests for information, and traditional medical record requests.
• Examines documents and determines its proper placement within the paper or electronic record.
• Within established guidelines, utilizes critical thinking to complete key job responsibilities, such as, medical record retrieval, document labeling, and problem solving.
• Examines patient's medical records and verifies patient identification.
• Performs pre-scan validation of new claims and supporting documentation to ensure accuracy, timely processing, and revenue recognition.
• Performs administrative tasks and ensures efficient office operations; includes receives paper claim documentation, scans of claims, tends to mail and overnight shipping, faxes, copies, scans, files, purchases office supplies, and creates general correspondence.
• Maintains and ensures HIPAA compliance for patient medical records and personal health information.
• Meets daily, weekly, and monthly objectives including claim processing, revenue, and achievement of scorecard expectations.
• Promotes Breg’s culture of accountability by demonstration and exemplifies Breg’s cultural beliefs.
• Supports all other medical billing and collection tasks as required.
• May meet, greet, and assist patients, vendors, and visitors promptly, efficiently, and in a professional manner.
• May maintain office supplies and equipment by anticipating supply needs.

Demonstrates ownership and accountability; Demonstrates the ability to communicate effectively both written and verbally; Demonstrates dependability and punctuality; Demonstrates the ability to be highly organized, detail-oriented, self-motivated, accurate, and thorough when making decisions to complete duties in a timely manner.

What your background will be:

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• At least 1+ experience in HIM job related duties preferred.
• Previous medical records experience, including EMR navigation, general billing knowledge, CPT and ICD-10 codes preferred.
• Knowledge of standard medical terminology, basic human anatomy, orthopedic diagnoses, and medical record format, content and medical documentation order preferred.
• Knowledge of EMR systems and understanding of where various data points and clinical information is located.
• Computer proficient to include web browser/internet search, MS Outlook, Word, Excel, and Power Point capabilities. Technical competence includes the ability to learn new software and systems.
• Proficient in the use and operation of office machinery, telecommunications, and web-based tools.
• Ability to perform routine maintenance and basic maintenance of scanning equipment preferred.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment while remaining calm and professional.

• Medical/Dental/Vision/Disability plans
• Paid time off (PTO)
• Company paid Holiday Pay
• Company paid Basic Life Insurance

Salary/Pay Range: $19.00/hr-$25.00/hr, plus bonus eligibility

The base pay range is subject to change and may be modified in the future. This role may also be eligible for bonus, commission, equity, etc.

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. The company will not sponsor applicants for a work visa for this position.