HIPAA & Privacy Records Release Specialist

Le CYR Consulting; Colorado Springs (CO); On-site; USD 40,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Le CYR Consulting is seeking a Release of Information Clerk for the 10th Medical Group at the U.S. Air Force Academy in Colorado Springs. This on-site role follows HIPAA, DoD, and DHA privacy requirements, with standard Monday–Friday hours 0700–1700.

Responsibilities include reviewing requests, verifying authorization, abstracting and coding medical records, coordinating with clinicians, and ensuring timely, accurate disclosures while protecting patient confidentiality.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Experience in clerical/administrative roles preferred in healthcare.
• BLS certification required.
• Must be a U.S. citizen.
• Proficiency in typing and English communication; HIPAA/DoD/DHA knowledge preferred.

Responsibilities

• Review, analyze, and release medical information in compliance with HIPAA, Privacy Act, and DoD directives.
• Verify the validity and authorization of requests for medical information.
• Research and abstract information from medical records; code and process records for accuracy.
• Coordinate with physicians and clinical staff to clarify or correct incomplete records.
• Ensure proper billing is initiated upon fulfilling requests and prepare official reports or responses.

Skills

Typing speed

English communication

HIPAA knowledge

Customer service

Computer proficiency

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

HIM system

DoD EHR workflows

Job description

Le CYR Consulting is seeking a Release of Information Clerk for the 10th Medical Group at the U.S. Air Force Academy in Colorado Springs. This on-site role follows HIPAA, DoD, and DHA privacy requirements, with standard Monday–Friday hours 0700–1700.

Responsibilities include reviewing requests, verifying authorization, abstracting and coding medical records, coordinating with clinicians, and ensuring timely, accurate disclosures while protecting patient confidentiality.