Discharge Coordinator jobs in Columbus, MS
Discharge Coordinator directs daily operation of record processing to ensure that discharge records are properly received, organized, and forwarded to the appropriate physician for completion. Audits medical records to guarantee compliance with institution standards, procedures and policies. Being a Discharge Coordinator may require a bachelor's degree in area of specialty. Typically reports to a supervisor or manager. To be a Discharge Coordinator typically requires 2 to 4 years of related experience. Gains exposure to some of the complex tasks within the job function. Occasionally directed in several aspects of the work. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
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Admission/Discharge Specialist
- North Mississippi Medical Center System
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Tupelo, MS
FULL_TIME
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Tupelo
CV SURGERY CLINIC EXPENSE
Full Time - DayPosting Description
At North Mississippi Health Services, our mission is to continuously improve the health of the people of our region. Our vision is to provide the best patient and family-centered care and health services in America. We believe that fulfilling our mission and vision calls us to embrace the best people that form incredible connections to our patients and families. We take pride in celebrating everything that makes you uniquely you your talents, your perspectives, and your passions. At North Mississippi Health Services, we believe in connecting your passion with a purpose. When you are part of our team, you know what connected feels like. #WhatConnectsYouJob Description
**Customer Service**: * Greets patients in a positive, helpful, and courteous manner * Answers and directs calls to appropriate personnel; takes messages as needed * Directs visitors and physician office patients to correct locations * Assists patients with questions about Patient Portal * Ensures waiting area and front desk are organized and presentable * Obtain demographic and insurance information in a timely and professional manner **Admission**: * Verifies/updates personal information, demographic information, assists with appointment information upon request. * Reviews/explains paperwork such as privacy acknowledgement, general consent form, financial responsibility, charity application, Important message from Medicare, Medicare Questionnaire etc. * Obtains and scans insurance card(s) into applicable database * Verifies insurance eligibility/benefits information and updates in Registration systems. * Collects and witnesses required signatures on patient paperwork * Receives/posts payments on accounts (i.e. co-payment, past due balances) and provides receipts for payments * Prints and applies armbands to patients (if applicable) * Escorts patients or arranges for transport to assigned room or service area **Discharge**: * Assists patient with scheduling/rescheduling appointments and procedures as needed/requested * Provides financial counseling and/or assistance with completion of Charity Application; Medicaid Screening form, etc. * Collects/posts payment on account (if necessary) and provides receipt for payments **Reporting/Recordkeeping**: * Accesses/reviews work lists in multiple systems daily to view necessary tasks (i.e. resolves billing edits, corrects addresses, corrects insurance information, adheres to departmental clean claim goal) * Processes, maintains, updates and scans patient records in a timely, accurate, and confidential manner * Reconciles daily activities (i.e. patient orders, payments, charges on correct account, resolve incomplete discharge information) * Prepares and documents deposits **Bill Edit Review:** * Reviews/researches/corrects/reports all rejected interface data at request of clinical and IT interface departments (i.e. certification/notification data, no charge/incorrect charge/charge on wrong account; missing insurance info, etc) * Resolve all billing edits **Supplies:** * Properly maintains up-to-date office supplies and stock **Regulation**: * Adheres to NMHS/NMMC Policies/Procedures/Guidelines * Complies with appropriate Local/State/Federal policies/procedures/guidelines/regulations/laws/statutes **Requirements:** * High School Diploma or equivalent; preferred Associates Degree in Business or related field * Minimum of 2 years of clerical and collection experience in a healthcare environment; preferred * Strong organizational, customer service and communication (written and verbal) skills; required * Strong mathematical skills and problem solving abilities; required * Working knowledge of personal computer (PC) and various software applications/programs (i.e. Microsoft Word, Microsoft Outlook); required * Strong interpersonal skills; required * Must have knowledge and skills to provide service to customer population to include infants, pediatrics, adolescents, adults and geriatrics; requiredRequirements:
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High School Diploma or GED - 8 Days Ago
Admission and Discharge Specialist, FT, Days, Neurosurgery
- North Mississippi Medical Center System
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Tupelo, MS
FULL_TIME
- TupeloNEUROSURGERY EXPENSEFull Time - DayPosting DescriptionAt North Mississippi Health Services, our mission is to continuously improve the health of the people of our region. Our vision is to pro...
- 14 Days Ago
Admission and Discharge Specialist, FT, Days, Pain Consultants
- North Mississippi Medical Center System
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Tupelo, MS
FULL_TIME
- TupeloPAIN CONSULTANTS EXPFull Time - DayPosting DescriptionAt North Mississippi Health Services, our mission is to continuously improve the health of the people of our region. Our vision is to pro...
- 14 Days Ago
Admission/Discharge Specialist - Sleep Lab, Days, Tupelo
- North Mississippi Medical Center System
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Tupelo, MS
FULL_TIME
- TupeloSLEEP LABFull Time - DayPosting DescriptionAt North Mississippi Health Services, our mission is to continuously improve the health of the people of our region. Our vision is to provide the be...
- 5 Days Ago
Admission/Discharge Specialist - Sleep Lab, Days, Tupelo
- North Mississippi Medical Center System
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Tupelo, MS
FULL_TIME
- TupeloSLEEP LABFull Time - DayPosting DescriptionAt North Mississippi Health Services, our mission is to continuously improve the health of the people of our region. Our vision is to provide the be...
- 5 Days Ago
Admission and Discharge Specialist, FT, Days, Mon- Fri
- North Mississippi Medical Center System
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Tupelo, MS
FULL_TIME
- ClinicMEDICAL CLINIC EXPFull Time - DayPosting DescriptionAt North Mississippi Health Services, our mission is to continuously improve the health of the people of our region. Our vision is to provi...
- 8 Days Ago
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Endodontist Columbus, MS- Part-time
- Aspen Dental
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Columbus, MS
- At Aspen Dental, we put you first, so you can take your career to new heights. Our best-in-class learning and developmen...
- 4/23/2024 12:00:00 AM
RN - GT Starkville Infusion Center(7:45AM-4:15PM) BMH GTR
- Baptist Memorial
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Columbus, MS
- Summary Coordinates and provides care utilizing the critical thinking framework known as the nursing process. The nursin...
- 4/23/2024 12:00:00 AM
Pharmacist-Clinical Staff PRN II - GT Pharmacy BMH GTR
- Baptist Memorial
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Columbus, MS
- Summary Provides age-specific pharmaceutical care and basic clinical services for assigned patient care areas. Contribut...
- 4/23/2024 12:00:00 AM
BOARD CERTIFIED BEHAVIOR ANALYST
- Lowndes County School District
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Columbus, MS
- Certified - Qualified (hold certificate) - Special Education Job Number 4600296793 Start Date Open Date 04/15/2024 Closi...
- 4/22/2024 12:00:00 AM
Research Associate I
- Mississippi State University (MS)
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Starkville, MS
- Position Function: The Mississippi Water Resources Research Institute is seeking to hire a full-time Research Associate ...
- 4/21/2024 12:00:00 AM
Registered Nurse, Home Health Full Time
- CenterWell Home Health
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Amory, MS
- Become a part of our caring community and help us put health first As a Home Health Registered Nurse, you will: Provide ...
- 4/20/2024 12:00:00 AM
QA MANAGER
- Peco Foods
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West Point, MS
- Responsibilities include, but not limited to: Responsible for the selection, training, and development of the salaried a...
- 4/20/2024 12:00:00 AM
A&D Therapist
- Community Counseling Services
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Columbus, MS
- Vacancy No VN841 Vacancy Name A&D Therapist Work Location Columbus PACH Application Post Date Jan 24, 2024 Location Note...
- 4/19/2024 12:00:00 AM
About Columbus, Mississippi
The city is located approximately 10 mi (16 km) west of the Mississippi-Alabama state line along U.S. Route 82, U.S. Route 45, and numerous state highways. US 82 leads southeast 29 mi (47 km) to Reform, Alabama and west 25 mi (40 km) to Starkville. US 45 leads south 32 mi (51 km) to Macon and north 28 mi (45 km) to Aberdeen. According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 22.3 square miles (57.8 square kilometers), of which 21.4 square miles (55.5 square kilometers) is land and 0.9 square miles (2.3 square kilometers) is water. Large lakes and rivers are nearby, such...
Source: Wikipedia (as of 04/11/2019). Read more from Wikipedia
Income Estimation for Discharge Coordinator jobs
$47,136 to $70,044
Columbus, Mississippi area prices
were up 1.2% from a year ago
were up 1.2% from a year ago
What does a Discharge Coordinator do?
Discharge Coordinator in Clearwater, FL
Observe clients pre and post-discharge, communicate with the inpatient treatment team, obtain updated medication lists, and firm discharge dates, where appropriate.
December 18, 2019
Discharge Coordinator in Rock Island, IL
Hospitals should appoint a single health or social care practitioner responsible for discharging patients to avoid delays in discharge, according to new NICE guidance.
January 08, 2020
Discharge Coordinator in Springfield, IL
The purpose of this use case is to supply physicians with detailed discharge information to improve the quality of follow-on care.
January 07, 2020