Temporary Health Information Representative I

Job Summary Temporary Health Information Representative I The Center for Children and Families is currently seeking a Temporary Health Information Representative I to join their team of professionals. Works closely with the Practice Manager in managing and maintaining patient records at the Center for Children & Families (CCF) including records related to billing. Conducts EMR chart reviews, processing release authorizations, and scanning/uploading documents. Assists with financial tasks such as invoicing and payment follow‑ups. Assists with insurance workflows, including patient insurance verification and claims follow‑ups. Ensures accuracy in billing codes and collaborates with the Practice Manager for daily payment reconciliation. Responsibilities Duties include: In collaboration with the clinical staff, maintains medical records of CCF patients. Conducts frequent chart reviews in the EMR. Identifies missing documentation in clinic files and works with relevant staff to make sure records contain all necessary information. Processes authorization for the release of information according to policies and procedures under state laws and University policies. Processes mailing of correspondence from providers to patients by regular or certified mail. Assists in purging, logging, and shredding of documents that have met record retention requirements. Verifies patient insurance benefits and communicates out‑of‑pocket responsibility to patients. Assists the practice manager with follow‑up regarding any denied claims or other issues with insurance payments. Prepares reports regularly of patient balances, sends statements, invoices, and follows up on attempts to collect for payment. Reviews transaction/billing codes used in the EMR to ensure accuracy; when issues arise, addresses them promptly with relevant staff. Works with the Practice Manager to ensure daily charge reconciliation of payments and transaction codes. Minimum Qualifications Bachelor's degree and two (2) years of appropriate experience, or Master's degree. Desired Qualifications High school diploma or GED required. Job Category Temporary Temporary Disclosure As a temporary employee, you will not be eligible to participate in all employee benefit programs (paid leave, retirement, or tuition reimbursement). Under the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (PPACA), a temporary employee who works on average 30 hours or more per week may be eligible to enroll in health care benefits. As a temporary employee, you are also eligible to enroll in supplemental plans (e.g. dental, vision,) which requires full payment on your part. Upon completing an assignment, employees may apply for a position on FIU Careers. Work Schedule Monday-Friday Advertised Salary $16.76 per hour Pre-Employment Requirements Criminal Background Check Fingerprinting Check Disclosures Clery Notice: In compliance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act, the University Police department at Florida International University provides information on crimes statistics, crime prevention, law enforcement, crime reporting, and other related issues for the past three (3) calendar years. The FIU Annual Security report is available online at Pay Transparency: Florida International University will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. Notice of Non-Discrimination: FIU is a State University System of Florida member, Equal Opportunity, Equal Access, and Affiantative Action Employer for individuals with disabilities and veterans. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment decisions, programs, and events without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. 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