Health Information Specialist: HIPAA & EHR Expert

Northwest Health La Porte; La Porte (IN); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Collaborating with billing and coding teams, you will help prepare records for claims and audits, contributing to compliant, timely access to health information.

Qualifications

• 0-2 years of experience in health information management or a related healthcare role.
• Experience in a hospital or multispecialty setting is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Process and maintain patient health records, ensuring HIPAA compliance.
• Perform data entry for patient records in the EHR system.
• Respond to requests for health information; release records per policy.
• Conduct quality checks for accuracy and regulatory compliance.
• Assist with billing, coding, and insurance claim preparation.
• Maintain confidentiality and security of patient information.
• Collaborate with billing and coding teams for timely access to records.
• Assist with audits and reviews of health records.

Skills

HIPAA compliance

EHR proficiency

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Teamwork and confidentiality

Job description

Collaborating with billing and coding teams, you will help prepare records for claims and audits, contributing to compliant, timely access to health information.