Job Summary
The HIM Analyst is responsible for data collection and data quality in the reporting of births, deaths, and fetal deaths. The registrar is responsible for securing paternity affidavits and communicating directly with new parents, physicians, vital statistics, funeral homes and health departments. The registrar is also responsible for the accounting of disclosures of the above data.
Essential Functions
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Analyzes all patient type records according to regulatory guidelines for deficient or missing reports. Prepares notice noting deficiencies and routes request for complete information to appropriate party.
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Completes birth certificates and death certificates in accordance with Vital Record accurately and timely.
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Audits and reviews health records for accuracy, completeness, and regulatory compliance, including adherence to HIPAA guidelines.
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Collaborates with coding, billing, and clinical teams to resolve discrepancies in patient records and ensure timely access to accurate information.
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Assists with maintaining and optimizing the EHR system by ensuring that health information is entered and stored correctly.
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Supports the preparation for internal and external audits by providing the necessary documentation and ensuring compliance with healthcare regulations.
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Assists in the analysis and reporting of health information data to management, helping to identify trends and opportunities for process improvement.
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Supports all compliance activities related to state, federal regulatory requirements, healthcare accreditation standards and all other applicable regulations.
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Performs other duties as assigned.
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Complies with all policies and standards.
Qualifications
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
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Knowledge of HIPAA regulations and health information management standards.
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Proficiency in using electronic health record (EHR) systems and related health information technologies.
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Strong attention to detail and accuracy in handling patient health records.
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Good organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to meet deadlines.
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Effective communication skills for collaborating with internal departments and teams.
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Ability to work independently and in a team, maintaining confidentiality at all times.
Equal Employment Opportunity
This organization does not discriminate in any way to deprive any person of employment opportunities or otherwise adversely affect the status of any employee because of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, citizenship, veteran status, or military or uniformed services, in accordance with all applicable governmental laws and regulations. In addition, the facility complies with all applicable federal, state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. This applies to all terms and conditions of employment including, but not limited to: hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training. If you are an applicant with a mental or physical disability who needs a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process, contact the director of Human Resources at the facility to which you are seeking employment; Simply go to http://www.chs.net/serving-communities/locations/ to obtain the main telephone number of the facility and ask for Human Resources.
