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Health Information Manager Western Nebraska Veterans' Home Scottsbluff
State of Nebraska - Scottsbluff, NE
posted about 1 month ago
About the position
Under limited supervision, provides professional direction to the health information services at facilities to include planning and organizing operations, and supervising assigned staff and others engaged in the preparation and maintenance of medical, clinical, statistical records and reports in conformance with State and federal laws and requirements; OR provides professional/technical guidance, analyses, and assessments to health and medical staff at facilities concerning technical coding and record keeping activities, operational improvements, and revenue cycle management in accordance to State and federal laws and regulations, and agency policies; performs related work as assigned. Schedule: Monday - Friday, 0800-1630 excluding holidays. Schedule subject to change due to facility needs.
Responsibilities
- Provides professional direction to health information services at facilities.
- Plans and organizes operations and supervises assigned staff.
- Prepares and maintains medical, clinical, and statistical records and reports.
- Provides guidance and assessments to health and medical staff regarding coding and record keeping.
- Develops, implements, and maintains policies and procedures for health information units.
- Designs, implements, and maintains automated and manual health information systems.
- Monitors record keeping activities for accuracy and compliance.
- Supervises health information/medical records staff including hiring, training, and performance evaluation.
- Develops time-sensitive education and training for healthcare professionals.
- Conducts audits to ensure compliance with federal and state mandates.
- Appeals denied claims and provides training on billing functions.
- Coordinates and compiles reports for special studies.
- Provides insurance benefit consultation to members and their families.
Requirements
- Three years of coursework, training, and/or experience in health information management.
- One year of experience in supervising health/medical records staff.
- Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA) credentials preferred.
- Certification as a professional coder from the American Association of Professional Coders (AAPC) preferred.
Benefits
- Comprehensive package of pay and benefits.
- Paid time off.
- Retirement opportunities.
- Professional development opportunities.
