Record filing clerk vs release of information specialist

Differences between record filing clerk and release of information specialist duties and responsibilities

Record filing clerk example responsibilities.

• Manage front office check-in, insurance verification and certifications from doctors.
• Prepare and pull files for subpoenas.
• Research daily schedules for upcoming surgeries and retrieve MRI and relevant exams for the procedures.
• Maintain and secure records due to companies' establish procedures and polices, while maintaining HIPPA.
• Used electronic scanner to convert hard copy film into digital format to upload into PACS application.
• Activate a contingency plan or downtime procedures for image and report distribution in the event PACS is not available.
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Release of information specialist example responsibilities.

• Manage and track various holds on inventory: ship on quarantine; FDA hold; and quality hold.
• Apply insurance knowledge to interpret EOB, all manage contracts and fee schedules for physician services and hospital services.
• Generate reports for managing compliance with Medicaid documentation in support of electronic billing to MCO
• Deliver customer service to patients and their families regarding access to their medical history information.
• Assist clients with choosing a Medicaid HMO.
• Handle Meditech requests then enter information into Esmartlog.
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