Health Information Tech III

This position may qualify for a sign-on bonus

Performs clerical tasks as assigned by management staff which includes the following: 
 Provides DNFC/Bill Hold Support by reviewing information/ reports and follow-up for completion of missing elements 
with physician offices and hospital departments to obtain the necessary information to expedite the coding process
 Generates reports and maintains databases for communication with the medical staff regarding the deficiency management 
system as well as adherence to the medical staff medical records suspension policy
 Performs concurrent and retrospective analysis of IP/OP Medical Records consistent with department/hospital standards 
and assigns deficiencies for physicians to complete
 Reviews/Audits medical records for completeness as required by CMS, TJC and other regulatory agencies
 Maintains the integrity of the Master Patient Index (MPI) system by identifying duplicate medical record numbers and 
follows procedures to review and correct
 Perform audits, HPF/Cerner Workflow Queues and other departmental support
Completes established competencies for the position within designated introductory period. Other related duties as assigned.
 

General Functions:
 Provides DNFC/Bill Hold Support by reviewing information/ reports and follow-up for completion 
of missing elements with physician offices and hospital departments to obtain the necessary 
information to expedite the coding process
 Meets departmental standard for preparing, scanning and indexing patient records
 Reviews information/ reports and follows through with physician offices and hospital departments to

MINIMUM EDUCATION: High School graduate or equivalent
PREFERRED EDUCATION: Associates Degree from an accredited School or College; RHIT eligible
MINIMUM EXPERIENCE: 2 years HIM experience or related field
PREFERRED EXPERIENCE: 3-5 years HIM related experience 
REQUIRED CERTIFICATIONS/LICENSURE: NA
PREFERRED CERTIFICATIONS/LICENSURE: RHIA,RHIT 
REQUIRED COURSES/ COMPLETIONS (e.g., CPR): NA

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