Address: 5200 Virginia Way
Location: Brentwood, TN
Application Deadline: Available Year-round
Position: 4 Full-time, Paid
Timeframe: ? — 08/08/11
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Description
Are you a student or recent graduate looking to get into the healthcare field?
DaVita is looking for a summer intern to join the Medical Records team in Brentwood, TN. This position performs release of Protected Health Information (PHI) and medical records compilation relative to Appeals and Release of Information (ROI), according to established policies and regulations. Position also follows up on appeals and/or ROI for resolution and provides support for special projects as needed.
Responsibilities
•Respond to phone and email request by preparing and releasing medical information according to federal and state laws and company policies including requesting copies of patient medical records from facilities and assemble documentation for proper content and request additional information as needed.
•Review records, policies and/or contract requirements and prepare appeals and reconsiderations for denials
•Prepare appeals packet communication to FIs (Fiscal Intermediary) as appropriate based upon appeals and overall documentation findings
•Maintain accurate tracking of claims and meet standards
•Identify opportunities for documentation improvement and assist in facilitating improvements in medical record documentation
Requirements
•High School diploma or equivalent required
•RHIA or RHIT certification or in process preferred
•Previous experience in renal dialysis or healthcare setting required demonstrating knowledge of medical terminology, diagnosis and CPT coding and ability to prepare all levels of appeals for review by FIs preferred
•Intermediate computer skills and proficiency in MS Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint (or similar office/presentation programs) required