HIM Coordinator
About The Position
The HIM Coordinator is responsible for processing and managing requests for the release of patient health information in an accurate, timely, and efficient manner. This role ensures the confidentiality, security, and integrity of patient medical records by verifying authorization and ensuring all disclosures comply with HIPAA, applicable federal and state laws, and organizational policies and procedures. The HIM Coordinator supports daily Health Information Management (HIM) operations by maintaining accurate, secure, and accessible medical records and responding to requests for patient information from patients, physicians, healthcare facilities, employers, attorneys, law enforcement, government agencies, third-party payers, and other authorized parties. The HIM Coordinator will assist in coding of charts as needed.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent required.
- Ability to read, write, take verbal instruction and perform basic arithmetic.
Nice To Haves
- Previous experience in HIM or Release of Information Departments preferred.
- Medical Coding experience preferred.
Responsibilities
- Processing and managing requests for the release of patient health information.
- Ensuring the confidentiality, security, and integrity of patient medical records.
- Verifying authorization for information release.
- Ensuring disclosures comply with HIPAA, federal and state laws, and organizational policies.
- Supporting daily Health Information Management (HIM) operations.
- Maintaining accurate, secure, and accessible medical records.
- Responding to requests for patient information from various authorized parties.
- Assisting in coding of charts as needed.
Benefits
- Free, low-cost and PRN health insurance options
- Dental and vision insurance
- Employer-paid life & AD&D insurance ($15,000)
- Emergency Ground/Air Ambulance coverage
- Voluntary supplemental insurance options: Life Insurance, Spouse and Child Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability (STD), Long-Term Disability (LTD), Critical Illness Insurance, Accident Insurance, Hospital Indemnity Insurance
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Retirement plan with employer match
- Accrue Paid Time Off (PTO) starting on Day 1
- Paid Holidays and Compassionate leave
- Sign-On Bonuses & Employee Referral Incentives
- Tuition Assistance, Educational Incentives and Career Development Opportunities
- Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) support program
- Employee Recognition Program - Bee & Daisy
- Exclusive Employee Discounts
- 100% discount on Outpatient Services
- 20% discount on Inpatient and Emergency Room services
- $15 Copay for Physical, Occupational, and Speech Therapy (PT/OT/ST)
- Copay/Deductible waived for services at Family Medical Center when enrolled in our POS insurance plan only
- Discounts available for eligible immediate family members
- Convenient payroll deduction for hospital services, OTC medications, fitness membership and scrubs
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
