Records custodian vs medical records clerk

Differences between records custodian and medical records clerk duties and responsibilities

Records custodian example responsibilities.

• Manage transition from in-house transcription system to outsource transcription service.
• Maintain HIPAA compliance by researching changes in laws and formats.
• Gather patient records in response to subpoenas receive for client records.
• Retrieve requested patient information according to HIPPA guidelines through microfilm and HBOC system.
• Perform all duties as medical records clerk and prepare records for subpoenas and depositions.
• Copy and release all records to other facilities while following the policies of HIPPA.
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Medical records clerk example responsibilities.

• Manage transition from in-house transcription system to outsource transcription service.
• Manage front office check-in, insurance verification and certifications from doctors.
• Accept and process healthcare claims and confidential medical records; verify patient eligibility and manage the Medicare and Medicaid billing process.
• Perform infant labs and update the system with results, triage incoming patients, perform necessary resuscitation to baby and mom.
• Provide information to medical facilities and patients when necessary and respond to subpoenas and other general release of patient information.
• Experience in CPT and ICD-10 coding.
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