HIM Record Review Sr Associate- Release of Information

Shift:

Shift Details:

M-F

Flexible Start times between 7am - 8:30am.

Why Nebraska Medicine:

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• Competitive Benefits including retirement match contribution, PTO accrual, tuition reimbursement
• Lead the world in transforming lives to create a healthy future for all individuals and communities through premier educational programs, innovative research and extraordinary patient care
• Forbes Magazine recognizes us in their list of America's top employers and the best employer in Nebraska. Come join us!!

Answer incoming calls from external and internal customers regarding release of medical records.

Provide quality customer service by responding to requests for information or records through processing phone, in person, electronic or paper requests in a timely and accurate manner.

Process requests for records and other clinical information in a timely and accurate manner that meets customer needs and expectations and adheres to all legal and regulatory guidelines.

Applies and adheres to HIPAA, organizational, and departmental release of information policies when answering all requests and protects the confidentiality and security of all medical records for the benefit of the patient, hospital and care providers.

Responsible for reviewing the medical record for completeness, timeliness, and accuracy. This review will identify whether all required documentation is present and that all entries have been authenticated before the record is filed as complete. Assign identified deficiencies to the responsible provider(s) for timely completion. Perform re-analysis, to ensure that deficiencies were taken off by the assigned provider and that assigned deficiencies are accurate. Complete tasks in accordance with Medical Staff Bylaws, Ambulatory policy, The Joint Commission and other regulatory and organizational/departmental requirements.

Required Qualifications:

• Minimum of two years' experience working with health information in a healthcare setting required.
• Experience in reading and understanding medical record data, familiarity with physician documentation, and medical record content required.
• High school graduate or equivalent required.
• Knowledge of Medical Terminology acquired in a classroom setting or obtained through on the job training required.
• Ability to work independently, problem solve, and prioritize with minimal supervision and positive customer service relationships required.
• Strong time management, critical thinking skills and ability to manage multiple demands required.
• Experience with Microsoft Office, specifically Word and Excel required.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Associate's degree in health information management (HIM) preferred.