Health Information Analyst (ONSITE Medical Records MARC)

Job Description

Under direct supervision, responsible for ensuring the quality of medical records by verifying for completeness, accuracy, and proper entry into computer systems. Assembles and analyzes patient data for the purpose of improving patient care and controlling costs.

Responsibilities

• Creates radiology image CD's to send out to requesting parties for surgical procedures, continuing care, and patient requests.
• Anonymizes radiology images prior to burning on the CD for research study sponsors.
• Performs quality review of anonymized images to ensure identifiable patient information has been removed from each image.
• Evaluates and reviews Epic MyChart Proxy requests. Uploads MyChart proxy application and legal documents to grant a legal guardian Epic access to health information for children under 18.
• Receives and processes patient uploaded Advanced Care Planning documents from Epic MyChart to include in the Electronic Medical Record.
• Serves as a LifeImage liaison for clinical staff and as a LifeImage Gatekeeper that reviews and manages radiology image nominations to the UTHP PACS.
• Manages the Transcription interface error queue and performs transcription training to providers. Serves as the liaison with the transcription vendor to coordinate updates and issue resolution.
• Manages and processes third party payor audit requests (BCBS, Community First, HEDIS, Humana, Medicaid, Medicare, WellMed, etc.)
• Trains UTHP clinical staff on new Health Information processes.
• Ensures specialization in coding diagnoses and procedures in patient records for research and special projects.
• Ensures records are properly coded/indexed into the appropriate management system(s).
• Assists HIM leadership with special projects as needed.
• Ensures specialization in coding diagnoses and procedures in patient records for research and special projects.
• Conducts quality checks on order entry and/or clinical documentation in order to instruct/train end users in the correct method of entry/selection/linking orders to appropriate document levels.
• Coordinates with physicians and patients to complete open encounters or records containing deficiencies.
• May conduct reviews of overdue results report and retrieve results from the appropriate facility.
• Provides coverage for release of information.
• Keeps all patient information confidential and abides with Privacy and Security regulations.
• Performs all other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Knowledge in performing comparable quantitative and analytical type of work.
• Knowledge in maintaining and operating databases, spreadsheets, and word processing software; demonstrated knowledge in utilizing ad hoc report writing tools.
• Must be detailed in documenting information, highly organized, and practice good follow-through techniques.
• Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills.
• Knowledge of medical terminology, clinical documents, and electronic records applications.
• Excellent customer service acumen and interpersonal skills to effectively work and communicate with both internal and external customers.
• Strong attention to detail and sound judgement required to ensure accuracy of the legal medical record.
• Demonstrates analytical thinking - this role requires analyzing information and using logic to prioritize and coordinate work within turnaround time constraints.
• Knowledge/experience in multiple areas of HIM which may include Release of Information and Transcription.
• Ability to maintain strict protocols of all confidential or sensitive information.

About Us

Benefits Overview

UT Health San Antonio offers an excellent benefits package for its employees. Employees who work at least 20 hours a week, with an appointment of at least 4.5 months, are eligible for benefits.


Medical - UT SELECT Medical insurance is offered free for employees and administered by Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas. Family members can be added to the plan through payroll deduction. Employees and their dependents can also receive discounted copays and coinsurance when using UT Health Physicians, a network of 800 premier physicians including more than 100 specialists. Employees receive $50,000 of group term life insurance and $50,000 of basic accidental death and dismemberment insurance for free, with options to purchase additional employee and dependent coverage for both at group rates.

Dental - Three dental insurance plan options are available for employees and their families through Delta Dental Insurance Company, two PPOs and one dental HMO plan. Both PPO plans allow employees to choose any licensed dentist.


Vision - Fully insured Vision Care benefits are offered by Superior Vision Services. Two vision plan options that offer either standard or enhanced vision benefits.

Disability - Employees can enroll in the Disability Insurance which provides income if a non-work related illness or injury prevents you from working.

FSAs - Employees can enroll in flexible spending accounts (FSAs) to set aside money from earnings before taxes for qualifying dependent day care expenses or out-of-pocket health care expenses.


Retirement - Employees are eligible for either the Teacher Retirement System (TRS) or the Optional Retirement Plan (ORP). TRS is a defined benefit retirement plan which UT Health matches employee contributions. ORP is for eligible faculty staff employees. Voluntary retirement programs are also available to invest before- or after-tax dollars with the choice of five quality retirement plan providers.


Time Off - A generous leave program offers multiple paid leave options:

• Front-loaded Paid Time Off: 128 to 208 hours (16 to 26 days) of Paid Time Off based on years of service, given at the start of each fiscal year. PTO may be prorated in year one based on date of hire.
• Extended Illness Bank: 8 hours (1 day) accrued per month which can be used for illness or injury after one day of Paid Time Off is taken.
• Paid Family Leave: Up to 240 hours (6 weeks) to care for a spouse, child, or parent after 6 months of consecutive employment.
• Holidays: 12 set paid holidays each year.

Discounts - Employees enjoy a range of discounts on services, tickets, and gym membership.

EEO Statement

UT Health San Antonio is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer. It is our policy to promote and ensure equal employment opportunity for all individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, national origin, age, sexual orientation, disability, or veteran status.