Medical records custodian vs medical billing, receptionist

Differences between medical records custodian and medical billing, receptionist duties and responsibilities

Medical records custodian example responsibilities.

• Manage transition from in-house transcription system to outsource transcription service.
• Register new patients and update existing patient demographics by collecting detail patient information including personal and financial information.
• Organize and coordinate medical records management, including completing legal questionnaires and being in compliance with HIPAA regulations.
• Implement a system to bill and collect records' copying fees while adhering to HIPPA guidelines and regulations.
• Maintain patient confidence by keeping patient records information confidential; and conduct all activities in compliance with HIPAA regulations.
• Complete annual e-learning courses require by hospital on work safety, security issues, in addition to HIPPA compliance regulations.
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Medical billing, receptionist example responsibilities.

• Accept and process healthcare claims and confidential medical records; verify patient eligibility and manage the Medicare and Medicaid billing process.
• Revise CPT codes and ICD-10 codes before submitting to insurance for chiropractic services and durable medical equipment.
• Review and research ICD-9 and CPT codes that are denied by payers, and contact physician offices to assist with correction.
• Submit secondary insurance claims with primary insurance EOB.
• Facilitate medical billing and coding by interfacing with insurance companies and patients to ensure proper billing procedures.
• Discuss physicians' choice of E/M level when in question.
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