HIM Coordinator

Job Objective/Summary:The HIM Coordinator is responsible for processing and managing requests for the release of patient health information in an accurate timely and efficient manner. This role ensures the confidentiality security and integrity of patient medical records by verifying authorization and ensuring all disclosures comply with HIPAA applicable federal and state laws and organizational policies and procedures. The HIM Coordinator supports daily Health Information Management (HIM) operations by maintaining accurate secure and accessible medical records and responding to requests for patient information from patients physicians healthcare facilities employers attorneys law enforcement government agencies third-party payers and other authorized parties. The HIM Coordinator will assist in coding of charts as needed.

Job Education Licenses/Certifications Knowledge & Experience: A high school diploma or equivalent required. Must have the ability to read write take verbal instruction and perform basic arithmetic. Previous experience in HIM or Release of Information Departments preferred. Medical Coding experience preferred.

Benefits & Perks:

We believe in taking care of our team with competitive benefits valuable discounts and opportunities for personal and professional growth

• Free low-cost and PRN health insurance options
• Dental and vision insurance
• Employer-paid life & AD&D insurance ($15000)
• Emergency Ground/Air Ambulance coverage
• Voluntary supplemental insurance options:
  • Life Insurance
  • Spouse and Child Life Insurance
  • Short-Term Disability (STD)
  • Long-Term Disability (LTD)
  • Critical Illness Insurance
  • Accident Insurance
  • Hospital Indemnity Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Retirement plan with employer match
• Accrue Paid Time Off (PTO) starting on Day 1
• Paid Holidays and Compassionate leave
• Sign-On Bonuses & Employee Referral Incentives
• Tuition Assistance Educational Incentives and Career Development Opportunities
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) support program
• Employee Recognition Program - Bee & Daisy

Exclusive Employee Discounts

• 100% discount on Outpatient Services
• 20% discount on Inpatient and Emergency Room services
• $15 Copay for Physical Occupational and Speech Therapy (PT/OT/ST)
• Copay/Deductible waived for services at Family Medical Center when enrolled in our POS insurance plan only
• Discounts available for eligible immediate family members
• Convenient payroll deduction for hospital services OTC medications fitness membership and scrubs

*Please note not all benefits apply to all jobs.

Lawrence Healthcare complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process to perform essential job functions and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment please contact Human Resources

The health and safety of our employees residents and patients is a priority. To this end Flu vaccinations will be a condition of employment with the exception of an approved accommodation. Vaccines are offered free of charge.

Lawrence Healthcare has designated this position as safety sensitive.

Lawrence Healthcare participates in E-Verify.

Lawrence Healthcare is an equal opportunity employer.

Required Experience:

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