Health Information Manager (HIM)

The Lutheran Home:Belle Plaine is a 60-bed skilled nursing facility that is comprised of multiple units: Transitional Care Unit (TCU) Long -Term Care (LTC) and memory care.

We are seeking a Health Information Manager that is looking to join a team that strives to make our community the best possible home for our residents.

This position may either be Part-Time or Full-Time (32 hours/week).

Responsibilities:

• Organize track and carry out the medical records requests in accordance with HIPPA requirements acquiring the proper disclosures.
• Review records to be released for completeness accuracy and compliance with authorized disclosure requests.
• Act as a subject-matter-expert resource for staff regarding internal and external records release and archiving processes.
• Complete quality verification process to ensure accurate indexing procedures and to fix any scanning or indexing errors.
• Assign ICD-10-CM codes for services provided by physicians and other qualified healthcare professionals
• Sequence diagnoses/procedures to optimize reimbursement.
• Attend department meetings and provide feedback on coding topics when appropriate.
• Assist with ordering labs preparing paperwork faxing to the lab and faxing results to ordering provider following facility policy.
• Assist with on-site clinic visits prepare paperwork and remind clients of scheduled visits
• Prepare paperwork for clients to take along to appointments.
• Continually educate self to stay current with coding guidelines and regulatory changes through use of educational materials.

Qualifications:

• High School graduate or equivalent.
• 1-2 years experience
• Excellent interpersonal communication and organizational skills.
• Knowledge of medical terminology. (Preferred proficiency)
• Knowledge of diagnoses/procedures in accordance with ICD-10.
• Demonstrated computer proficiency and experience in various programs including Microsoft Outlook Excel and Word.
• Ability to be resourceful and proactive when issues arise.
• Multitasking and time management skills with the ability to prioritize tasks.
• Customer service attitude.

If you have questions or need additional information contact Ann at or

EOE/AA/Min/F/Vet/Disability

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance (FT only)
• HSA account
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person