Correspondence Clerk

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Department:
Health Information Management

Job Description

Job Description

Works under the direction of the HIM/Privacy Director and the HIM Operations Manager.

Evaluates and responds to requests for patient medical information.

Performs other duties, specifically those of a HIM Specialist.



* Evaluates each request for patient medical information for appropriateness



* Identifies medical information to be copied.



* Maintains log (computer and/or manual) of all information requested and released.



* Prepares explanation letters to requestors with incomplete and/or inappropriate requests for information.



* Prepares bills for release of information and witness fees.



* Processes and responds to subpoenas and depositions.

Represents Custodian of Records upon request.



* Responds to all requests in a timely manner making sure that all requests with a time date requirement are given immediate priority.



* Obtains medical information from other organizations as needed.



* Processes requests for patient information from other health care facilities; other departments in hospital, audits, etc.



* Ensures that records that may be pending litigation are secured in the locked file.



* Handles telephone requests for patient information both inside and outside the hospital.



* Special projects as assigned.



* Performs other duties as assigned.

Education: Work requires knowledge generally acquired through a high school education or GED.

Licensure: None.

Experience: At least two years of medical records experience required, preferably with one year in release of patient information.

Epic experience a plus.

The hourly rate for this position is $30.93 - $37.60.

The range displayed on this job posting reflects the target for new hire salaries for this position.

Job Specifications:
• Union: NUHW

• Work Shift: Day Shift

• FTE: 0.8

• Scheduled Hours: 32

If you like wild growth and working with happy, enthusiastic over-achievers, you'll enjoy your career with us!