Health Information Tech III

Tenet Healthcare Corporation • San Antonio, TX

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About The Position

The Health Information Tech III performs clerical and health information management tasks assigned by management. The position supports DNFC/Bill Hold activities by reviewing information and reports, following up with physician offices and hospital departments to obtain missing documentation, and helping expedite the coding process. The role also generates reports and maintains databases used to communicate with medical staff about deficiency management and compliance with the medical records suspension policy.

The position performs concurrent and retrospective analysis of inpatient and outpatient medical records, assigns deficiencies for physicians to complete, and audits records for completeness in accordance with CMS, TJC, and other regulatory agency requirements. It maintains Master Patient Index integrity by identifying duplicate medical record numbers and following procedures to review and correct them. Additional work includes audits, HPF/Cerner workflow queues, preparing, scanning, and indexing patient records, completing position competencies within the designated introductory period, and other related duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High school graduate or equivalent.
• At least 2 years of HIM experience or experience in a related field.

Nice To Haves

• Associate degree from an accredited school or college; RHIT eligible.
• 3–5 years of HIM-related experience.
• RHIA or RHIT certification.

Responsibilities

• Provide DNFC/Bill Hold support by reviewing information and reports and following up with physician offices and hospital departments to obtain missing elements and expedite coding.
• Generate reports and maintain databases for communication with medical staff about deficiency management and adherence to the medical records suspension policy.
• Perform concurrent and retrospective analysis of inpatient and outpatient medical records and assign deficiencies for physicians to complete.
• Review and audit medical records for completeness as required by CMS, TJC, and other regulatory agencies.
• Maintain the integrity of the Master Patient Index by identifying duplicate medical record numbers and following procedures to review and correct them.
• Perform audits and work with HPF/Cerner workflow queues and other departmental support activities.
• Prepare, scan, and index patient records according to departmental standards.
• Complete established position competencies within the designated introductory period.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match
• Paid time off
• Career development and continuing education opportunities
• Health savings accounts and healthcare and dependent flexible spending accounts
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee discount program
• Voluntary benefits including pet insurance, legal insurance, accident and critical illness insurance, long-term care, elder and childcare, and auto and home insurance
• Position may qualify for a sign-on bonus

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED