**Experienced Medical Data Entry Associate – Healthcare Coding and Billing Specialist**

At arenaflex, we're dedicated to revolutionizing the healthcare industry with cutting-edge technology and innovative solutions. As a leading provider of medical billing and coding services, we're seeking a highly skilled and detail-oriented Medical Data Entry Associate to join our team. If you're passionate about delivering exceptional patient care and have a knack for accuracy, we want to hear from you. **About arenaflex** arenaflex is a forward-thinking healthcare organization that's committed to providing top-notch medical billing and coding services to healthcare providers across the nation. Our team of experts is dedicated to ensuring that patients receive the best possible care, while also helping healthcare providers navigate the complexities of the healthcare system. With a strong focus on innovation, collaboration, and customer satisfaction, we're shaping the future of healthcare one patient at a time. **Job Summary** As a Medical Data Entry Associate at arenaflex, you'll play a critical role in ensuring the accuracy and efficiency of our medical billing and coding processes. You'll be responsible for reviewing and verifying assigned codes and sequences, abstracting clinical information, and entering accurate demographic information, charges, and comments into our computerized billing system. If you're a detail-oriented individual with excellent communication skills and a passion for healthcare, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity. **Key Responsibilities** * Reviews and verifies assigned codes and sequences diagnosis and procedures according to regulations (e.g., ICD9CM, CPT, HCPCS, UHDDS, and HIPPA coding guidelines) and abstracts accurate clinical information to obtain the most specific code possible to ensure an accurate health information database. * Contacts physicians for clarification of clinical information as necessary for account type. * Maintains up-to-date knowledge of coding and regulatory requirements to accurately assign codes for appropriate reimbursement of healthcare services. Continuously strives to meet continuing education requirements for certification or to maintain working knowledge of on-going changes to CPT, HCPS, and ICD codes. * Utilizes web-based tools, coding books, and other available resources to facilitate providing insurance companies with required information. * Utilizes multiple information systems to accurately select the correct patient account in order to appropriately review and verify patient billable charges. * Participates in and assists with audits to capture lost charges and determine the accuracy of billing as necessary. * Gathers demographic, insurance, and health care encounter information from a variety of sources for the purpose of billing medical provider professional fees. * Enters and verifies the appropriate demographic information, charges, and comments into the computerized billing system. * Performs manual charge entry by gathering demographic, insurance, and healthcare encounter information from a variety of sources in order to accurately bill medical provider professional fees. * Ensures information entered in the system is done in an accurate and timely manner. Verifies charges on accounts as needed and provides detailed and accurate comments for future reference. * When necessary, creates a registration in the appropriate system (EPIC) from documentation provided to accurately record encounter and accurately bill the appropriate stakeholders. * Responds to inquiries from provider offices and various internal departments in a timely and accurate professional manner. **Essential Qualifications** * High school diploma or its equivalent. * No experience necessary, but prior experience in medical billing and coding is a plus. * Strong understanding of medical coding and billing regulations, including ICD9CM, CPT, HCPCS, UHDDS, and HIPPA coding guidelines. * Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively with healthcare providers, patients, and internal departments. * Strong attention to detail and ability to maintain accuracy in a fast-paced environment. * Ability to work independently and as part of a team, with a strong commitment to customer satisfaction. * Basic computer skills, including proficiency in arenaflex Office and EPIC. **Preferred Qualifications** * Certification in medical coding and billing, such as CPC or CCS. * Experience working in a healthcare setting, including hospitals, clinics, or medical billing companies. * Strong knowledge of medical billing software, including EPIC. * Ability to work in a remote environment, with a strong internet connection and reliable computer equipment. **Skills and Competencies** * Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify and resolve issues in a timely and accurate manner. * Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively with healthcare providers, patients, and internal departments. * Strong attention to detail and ability to maintain accuracy in a fast-paced environment. * Ability to work independently and as part of a team, with a strong commitment to customer satisfaction. * Basic computer skills, including proficiency in arenaflex Office and EPIC. * Strong knowledge of medical coding and billing regulations, including ICD9CM, CPT, HCPCS, UHDDS, and HIPPA coding guidelines. **Career Growth Opportunities and Learning Benefits** At arenaflex, we're committed to helping our employees grow and develop their careers. As a Medical Data Entry Associate, you'll have the opportunity to work with a talented team of healthcare professionals, learn from experienced mentors, and develop your skills in medical coding and billing. We offer a range of training and development programs, including: * On-the-job training and mentorship * Continuing education courses and workshops * Certification programs in medical coding and billing * Opportunities for advancement and career growth **Work Environment and Company Culture** arenaflex is a dynamic and fast-paced organization that's committed to providing a positive and supportive work environment. As a Medical Data Entry Associate, you'll work in a remote environment, with a strong internet connection and reliable computer equipment. You'll be part of a talented team of healthcare professionals who are passionate about delivering exceptional patient care and making a difference in the healthcare industry. **Compensation, Perks, and Benefits** We offer a competitive compensation package, including: * Competitive hourly rate * Opportunities for advancement and career growth * Comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, and vision insurance * Paid time off and holidays * Flexible work schedule and remote work options **How to Apply** If you're a detail-oriented individual with excellent communication skills and a passion for healthcare, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity. Please submit your resume and cover letter to [insert contact information]. We can't wait to hear from you! **Equal Employment Opportunity** arenaflex is an equal employment opportunity employer and welcomes applications from diverse candidates. 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