Stephanie Smith Email & Phone Number

Destin/Fort Walton Beach, Florida Area

• Maintained day-to-day departmental record completion, storage, and retrieval processes.• Supervised the release of information to individuals and agencies in compliance with regulations.• Established work schedules and assignments for medical records staff.• Organized and facilitated departmental functions, serving as the Privacy Officer responsible for developing, implementing, and ensuring compliance with Health Information Management Department processes, protected health… Show more • Maintained day-to-day departmental record completion, storage, and retrieval processes.• Supervised the release of information to individuals and agencies in compliance with regulations.• Established work schedules and assignments for medical records staff.• Organized and facilitated departmental functions, serving as the Privacy Officer responsible for developing, implementing, and ensuring compliance with Health Information Management Department processes, protected health information regulations, CARF standards, and State and Federal regulations.• Coordinated external reviews and surveys, including national accreditation assessments.• Managed the performance management process, including disciplinary actions, performance reviews, and day-to-day coaching and counseling of staff. Show less

• Oversaw all communication and coordination with external attorneys and the Social Security Administration, including invoicing for records and ensuring timely completion of required documents by department staff.• Created electronic versions of paper records, ensuring the establishment of comprehensive electronic health records for each patient.• Executed the release of protected health information in strict adherence to State and Federal laws governing confidentiality.• Managed… Show more • Oversaw all communication and coordination with external attorneys and the Social Security Administration, including invoicing for records and ensuring timely completion of required documents by department staff.• Created electronic versions of paper records, ensuring the establishment of comprehensive electronic health records for each patient.• Executed the release of protected health information in strict adherence to State and Federal laws governing confidentiality.• Managed day-to-day operations of the closed records department, maintaining a high level of confidentiality and security for patient records. Show less

• Performs duties of a clerical nature and participates directly in the work of the individual(s) supported. Secures details of specialized information, coordinating office work and providing information regarding the services and operation of the unit.• Prepares forms and composes letters, files letters, reports and related technical information in the prescribed manner.• Functions as office receptionist. Receives and screens calls and refers callers to other employees.

• Managed telephone communications by answering calls and directing them to the appropriate staff members.• Scheduled and confirmed patient diagnostic appointments, surgeries, and medical consultations, ensuring efficient patient care coordination.• Greeted visitors, determined the purpose of their visit, and directed them to the appropriate staff or department.• Handled accounts receivable tasks and played a key role in scheduling and confirming appointments, contributing to the… Show more • Managed telephone communications by answering calls and directing them to the appropriate staff members.• Scheduled and confirmed patient diagnostic appointments, surgeries, and medical consultations, ensuring efficient patient care coordination.• Greeted visitors, determined the purpose of their visit, and directed them to the appropriate staff or department.• Handled accounts receivable tasks and played a key role in scheduling and confirming appointments, contributing to the smooth operation of the office. Show less

• Managed telephone communications by answering calls and directing them to the appropriate staff members.• Scheduled and confirmed patient diagnostic appointments, surgeries, and medical consultations, ensuring efficient patient care coordination.• Handled accounts receivable tasks, ensuring timely and accurate financial transactions.• Administered supplemental injections and recorded vital signs, contributing to patient care.

Bachelor Of Science - Bs, Health/Health Care Administration/Management

Associate Of Arts And Sciences - Aas, Medical Office Management/Administration