Release of Information Specialist
Highmark Health•Natrona Heights, PA
•Onsite
About The Position
Releases patient information from medical records. Performs all functions in accordance with hospital policies and procedures, Medical Staff Rules and Regulations, The Joint Commissions, HIPAA, and State and Federal Regulations.
Requirements
- Minimum High School Diploma/GED
- 2 years of relevant experience required if incumbent doesn’t have Associate’s degree
Nice To Haves
- Associate’s degree
- Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT) Certification
- 2 years of relevant experience
Responsibilities
- Processes written and telephone requests for release of medical records or medical information to internal and external requestors.
- Validates the authority to release information to external parties such as law enforcement and attorneys.
- Ensures that each release is in compliance with policies, procedures, and all regulations.
- Releases reports via auto fax, fax, or photocopy.
- Processes “walk-in” requests for copies of medical records from patients, attorneys, police, or other third parties.
- Responds to subpoena duces tecum, search warrants, and court orders.
- Enters all correspondence requests into the correspondence management system(s).
- Processes pre-billing and invoices as needed.
- Maintains current chart management of all correspondence.
- Processes release of information and prepare records for patient billing, financial requests, and audits.
- Performs other duties as assigned or required.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
