HIM Chart Analyst

Medical Record Analyst

Under direct supervision, performs timely analysis on discharged inpatient, same day surgery, emergency room, or any other patient record for completeness according to standards established by the Medical Staff Rules and Regulations, outside regulatory agencies and departmental procedures.

Key Responsibilities

• Performs daily analysis on appropriate patient records.
• Validates the correct assignment of the deficiency to the provider. Analyzes the patient's medical record to ensure that the correct deficiency and provider have been identified. If needed makes corrections and addresses any deficiencies with support from the provider.
• Works with the Medical Staff to ensure that the chart completion process is timely and efficient. Generates physician record completion information on demand. Prepares and maintains incomplete and delinquent medical record lists/letters and notifies provider according to physician escalation protocol.
• Reviews assigned electronic work lists daily and ensures timely processing of all work items on work lists. Communicates with the Supervisor or appropriate up-line any concerns in a timely manner. Maintains expected productivity and quality standards. Completes and submits productivity reports on a weekly basis.

Work Experience

Education

• High School Diploma or GED

Experience

Minimum of 1 year previous experience in a hospital Health Information Management Department

Preferred

Education

• Associate Degree in HIM or related field

Experience

Two years previous experience in a hospital Health Information Management Department with additional experience in quality analysis or similar function