Tumor Registrar jobs in New Bedford, MA
Tumor Registrar identifies, registers, and maintains records of all cancer patients using tumor registry systems and software. Prepares abstracts and performs coding of clinical patient data related to cancer. Being a Tumor Registrar performs data analysis and provides reports used by researchers, physicians, institutions, and patients. Adheres to all coding and privacy policies, guidelines, and regulations. Additionally, Tumor Registrar may require an associate degree or equivalent. Requires Certified Tumor Registrar (CTR) credential. May require Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT) certification. Typically reports to a supervisor or manager. The Tumor Registrar works independently within established procedures associated with the specific job function. Has gained proficiency in multiple competencies relevant to the job. To be a Tumor Registrar typically requires 3-5 years of related experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
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Patient Registrar
- Cape Cod Healthcare
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Falmouth, MA
FULL_TIME
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To obtain accurate and complete patient information, enter the data into our HIS system and verify payer information while keeping a Customer focused manner, to assure expedient care and accurate billing.Description:
- Interview patient and/or patient representative to obtain required information necessary to complete the registration process in the hospital information system and maintains the accuracy, confidentiality and integrity of the automated database.
- Coordinate and communicate accurate and updated registration/admission/and pre-admission activities with Medical Records, Nursing, Care/Case Management, Utilization Management, Physicians' offices, Patient accounts, and any other hospital departments, as may be required, to support the appropriate, accurate, safe and effective patient care.
- Initiate and maintain organized files and records, related to orders, payer authorizations, booking slips, schedules, and others per department procedure.
- Contacts patients, employers, insurers and patient representatives to obtain insurance and other information necessary to secure hospital reimbursement, verifies benefits and pre-certifies all insurance plans to ensure maximum reimbursement to the hospital.
- Verifies benefits, utilizing insurance verification systems. Obtains referrals and authorizations required and documents complete information, along with approved bed status, if applicable, in the computer system. Obtains pre-certifications in a manner to ensure maximum allowable reimbursement to the hospital.
- Maintains a thorough knowledge of departmental policies and procedures to ensure maximum reimbursement to the hospital.
- Attends departmental and other meetings as requested by the immediate supervisor.
- Ensure timely placement of patients in the most effective and appropriate manner. Process admissions, discharges and transfers of all Hospital patients, per department procedures.
- Explain and process payments from patients, which may include but not limited to estimates, co-pays, co-insurance, and deductibles.
- Follows department procedures related to securing payment information and providing patient receipts.
- Provide information to patient and/or representative on: Health Care Proxy, Advanced Beneficiary Notice, Important Medicare Message (IMM) forms, Financial issues and refers to Financial Counselor if appropriate. Obtain completed forms as available.
- Consistently provides service excellence to all patients, family members, visitors, volunteers and coworkers.
- Check in and/or transcribe orders in our HIS.
- May schedule patient visits based on departmental needs.
- Perform other work related duties and activities as assigned or requested by manager/supervisor.
Qualifications:- Ability to read, write and communicate in English at the level of a high school graduate.
- Ability to type at the rate of 25 WPM as demonstrated by a timed test.
- Computer skills to perform the job functions in a satisfactory, accurate and productive manner.
- Successful passage of a Medical Terminology course within the last five years or successful passage of Medical Terminology challenge exam.
- Ability to work independently and under pressure.
- 1 Day Ago
Hearing Screen-Birth Registrar
- S-Family Ctr
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New Bedford, MA
FULL_TIME
- S-Family CtrNew Bedford, MAAdmin/Clerical SupportPay Grade: SC009, Day shift, Per DiemReq # 78070 Work for One of the World's Best Hospitals! For Five Consecutive Years, Newsweek named Southcoast Heal...
- 20 Days Ago
Registrar - Bristol Community College
- Bristol Community College
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River, MA
FULL_TIME
- Location: Fall River, MA Category: Professional Posted On: Mon Mar 27 2023 Job Description: POSITION TITLE: Registrar DEPARTMENT: Registrar's Office/Student Services and Enrollment Management PRIMARY ...
- 8 Days Ago
Patient Registrar (Summer Temp)
- Cape Cod Healthcare
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Falmouth, MA
FULL_TIME
- To obtain accurate and complete patient information, enter the data into our HIS system and verify payer information while keeping a Customer focused manner, to assure expedient care and accurate bill...
- 1 Month Ago
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WIH-Patient Service Representative WPCC PD
- Care New England Health System Inc.
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Providence, RI
- **WIH-Patient Service Representative WPCC PD** **Department:** CNEMG-WIH-OGCC **Operating Unit** Women & Infants Hospita...
- 4/26/2024 12:00:00 AM
Patient Access Specialist - Per Diem
- Mission Regional Medical center
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Woonsocket, RI
- Overview At Landmark Medical Center, our dedicated team of professionals is committed to our core values of quality, com...
- 4/26/2024 12:00:00 AM
Certified Tumor Registrar (32/D)
- Beth Israel Lahey Health
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Plymouth, MA
- When you join the growing BILH team, you're not just taking a job, you're making a difference in people's lives. Job Typ...
- 4/22/2024 12:00:00 AM
Academic Services Specialist-Registrar
- Quincy College
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Quincy, MA
- Job Description: POSITION SUMMARY: The Academic Services Specialist-Registrar plays a pivotal role in ensuring efficient...
- 4/22/2024 12:00:00 AM
Patient Access Specialist - Per Diem
- Prime Healthcare
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Woonsocket, RI
- Overview At Landmark Medical Center, our dedicated team of professionals is committed to our core values of quality, com...
- 4/22/2024 12:00:00 AM
About New Bedford, Massachusetts
New Bedford is a city in Bristol County, Massachusetts, United States. As of the 2010 census, the city had a total population of 95,072, making it the sixth-largest city in Massachusetts. New Bedford is nicknamed "The Whaling City" because during the 19th century, the city was one of the most important whaling ports in the world, along with Nantucket, Massachusetts and New London, Connecticut. The city, along with Fall River and Taunton, make up the three largest cities in the South Coast region of Massachusetts and is known for its fishing fleet and accompanying seafood producing industries ...
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Income Estimation for Tumor Registrar jobs
$57,391 to $71,692
New Bedford, Massachusetts area prices
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