Health Information Management Specialist
About The Position
HarmonyCares is a leading national value-based provider of in-home primary care services for people with complex healthcare needs. Headquartered out of Troy, Michigan, HarmonyCares operates home-based primary care practices in 14 states. HarmonyCares employs more than 200+ primary care providers to deliver patient-centered care under an integrated, team-based, physician-driven model. Our Mission– To bring personalized, quality-based healthcare to the home of patients who have difficult accessing care. Our Shared Vision– Every patient deserves access to quality healthcare. Our Values– The way we care is our legacy. Every interaction counts. Go the extra mile. Empower and support each other.
Requirements
- High School diploma or equivalent
- Two (2) years’ experience in a hospital or medical office
- HIPAA knowledge training
- Electronic Health Record (EHR) experience
- Previous experience in the handling of patient health information, medical records document imaging and/or medical records
- Ability to stoop, bend, push or lift up to 30lbs
Nice To Haves
- Successful completion of Medical Terminology class
- Registered Health Information Associate (RHIA) or Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT)
- Aprima (HER) experience
- Knowledge of CMS, state and Joint Commission regulations
Responsibilities
- Timely and appropriate provision of patient health information to internal and external parties, which includes and is not limited to symptoms, diagnoses, medical histories, test results and procedures on behalf of HarmonyCares: Medical Group, Home Health and Hospice.
- Compliance with the Health Information Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA), as well as state and federal regulations related to patient health information.
- Processing external and internal medical records requests and fulfillments.
- Maintaining the record system for all incoming and outgoing patient records.
- Following all HIM policies and procedures.
- Following the standard process for reviewing, obtaining necessary approvals and fulfilling release of associated information.
- Following the standard process for requesting HCMG patient records from external parties.
- Following standard process for reviewing, separating, and uploading of requested patient records.
- Answering telephone and assisting calls with process and questions related to external medical record requests.
- Monitoring fax folder to process external medical record requests and fulfillments as needed.
- Monitoring email and mail to process external medical requests and fulfillments as needed.
- Collaborating as needed with Compliance/Privacy, IT Security, Revenue Cycle, Coding, Clinical Teams and Legal to ensure streamlined policies and procedures.
- Maintaining record system for all outgoing patient records.
- Assisting Manager – Health Information Management with timely medical record submissions in response to payor audit requests.
- Supporting mission, vision and core values which include but not limited to delivering compassionate support, attention and assistance to patients, families and members of our team.
- Performing other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Health, Dental, Vision, Disability & Life Insurance
- 401K Retirement Plan (with company match)
- Tuition, Professional License and Certification Reimbursement
- Paid Time Off, Holidays and Volunteer Time
- Paid Orientation and Training
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
