Pathology secretary/transcriptionist vs patient coordinator

Differences between pathology secretary/transcriptionist and patient coordinator duties and responsibilities

Pathology secretary/transcriptionist example responsibilities.

• Conduct 6 mass vaccination campaigns, manage protein-calorie malnutrition, coordinate epidemiological surveillance, and direct health facility rehabilitation
• Communicate effectively and professionally with many physicians and patients regarding pathology and other test results.
• Prepare surgical and cytology reports including ICD-9 and CPT coding.
• Retrieve insurance information of patients and ensure referrals and authorizations are received as needed.
• Order testing for outpatients in a laboratory setting and transcription of pathology and cytology reports.
• Work extensively with pathologists and vendor as the transcription representative for implementation of voice recognition system.
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Patient coordinator example responsibilities.

• Comply with HIPAA regulations by discreetly and professionally handling all patients private medical information.
• Gather personal plus insurance information and perform thorough insurance breakdowns for patients.
• Communicate directly with patients to obtain initial patient information and respond to inquiries.
• Process and update HIPAA relate paperwork and other require institutional forms as necessary.
• Obtain all necessary documentation prior to surgery such as proof of identification, copy of insurance and require insurance referrals.
• Respond in writing to all grievances in accordance with CMS and DNV guidelines.
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