Technician, Health Information Correspondance
The HICT insures that all technical aspects with regard to release of medical information are carried out in accordance with established standards and in compliance with federal and local laws, and Kaiser Permanente policy, This function includes, but not limited to, copying records, abstracting information from records and releasing records to authorized parties.
- Coordinates and processes release of medical information for all incoming requests for release of information.
- Analysis of incoming release of information requests determining if Authorization to release medical information is complete and HIPAA compliant.
- Analysis of incoming release of information requests, determining type of request for processing according to current ROI workflows, Policies and Procedures and State of Georgia State Statute Codes.
- Processes Production of Documents, Certifications and Subpoenas and any other legal requests.
- Recapitulate medical information for FMLA, Disability, OB Disability and Non Disability requests.
- Maintains record of correspondence requests in a standard format in the ROI Log/Request.
- Coordinates activities with outside vendor copier service.
- Completes special projects and assignments for Supervisor and/or HIMS Manager.
- Participates in regular quality assurance activities by providing technical support, such as data collection, report compilation, etc. aAs requested
- Other duties as assigned.
- Two (2) years or more of ROI experience.
- Associates degree.
- N/A
- Ability to operate a computer and typing skills of thirty five (35) WPM required; passing score of seventy (70)% or greater for Basic Microsoft Word and Excel.
- Organizational skills.
- Knowledge of CPT & ICD-9 coding guidelines.
- Demonstrated technical knowledge in State and Federal legislation and Kaiser Permanente Policies and Procedures regarding release of information and confidentiality required.
- Complete a Customer Service Assessment.
- Passing score of eighty (80)% on medical terminology.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Time Management skills.
- Prioritization skills.
- Associates degree in health services discipline with an RHIT credential or a formal HIT program or related discipline governed AHIMA program or currently in an AHIMA accredited HIT program and obtain degree and certification (RHIT or RHIA) within six (6) months of hire.
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