Full-time Director of HIM (Hybrid)

About the position The Director of Health Information Management at Lexington Regional Health Center is responsible for overseeing the health information management department, ensuring compliance with HIPAA regulations, and coordinating reimbursement functions with financial services. This role involves reviewing medical records for completeness, assigning diagnostic and procedure codes, and preparing reports in accordance with state and federal regulations. The director will also manage the budget for the department, update policies and procedures, and ensure patient and staff safety. Regular attendance at the assigned work location is required, and the director will perform other duties as assigned. Responsibilities • Coordinate reimbursement functions and activities with Financial Services. • Review unbilled charts and route charts to appropriate coders. • Follow-up on outliers preventing the coding of a chart. • Interact with multiple departments within the organization and other facilities. • Work closely with billing to ensure proper reimbursement. • Assign appropriate diagnostic and procedure codes to patient records. • Review medical records for completeness and medical necessity. • Exercise responsibility for HIPAA Compliance Plan related to the Privacy Standards. • Respond to subpoenas and court orders for copies of protected health information. • Submit weekly and monthly reports to various organizations. • Prepare, coordinate and attend the monthly Medical Staff meeting and record meeting minutes. • Serve on various committees as assigned. • Develop an annual budget for the Health Information Management Department. • Review and update the Health Information Management and HIPAA Privacy policies and procedures. • Assume role and responsibility of Assistant Director of Health Information Management, coders and clerks. • Ensure patients and visitors follow current infection control guidelines. • Responsible for ensuring the environment meets appropriate governing body standards. • Maintain patient and staff safety through the use of patient safety tools. • Perform all other duties as assigned. Requirements • Ability to read, analyze, and interpret reports, general business directives, policy and procedure statements, and governmental regulations. • Ability to use standard office equipment and computer software proficiently. • Completion of an Associate Degree with credentials of RHIA or RHITT. • Basic Life Support certification via American Heart Association required within six months of hire. • Five years experience in the health information management field required. • Ability to maintain strict confidentiality with regard to protected and sensitive information. • Ability to complete reports and correspondence at a professional level. • Ability to solve problems independently and confidently. • Ability to effectively communicate with individuals from diverse backgrounds. • Ability to effectively organize and present information. Apply tot his job