Medical Records Manager

Job Description

Job Description

Overview

The Medical Records Manager plays a crucial role in overseeing the maintenance and management of Electronic Medical Records (EMR) for active and discharged Persons Served. They utilize their detail-oriented skills in quantitative analysis to conduct comprehensive reviews and audits, identifying and addressing technical errors and potential legal / clinical issues. The Medical Records Manager ensures the accuracy and completeness of all EMR data, promoting the delivery of high-quality healthcare services.

Responsibilities

• Conducts monthly quantitative reviews to ensure compliance with guidelines, accreditation, and licensure requirements.
• Oversees timely and appropriate responses to authorized requests for medical records and maintains accurate documentation of medical record disclosures, adhering to facility policy, state and HIPAA regulations.
• Coordinates with the Business Office to ensure proper coding for Medicare and Medicaid billing.
• Serves as the Privacy Officer, ensuring privacy and confidentiality of all medical records, and supervises the work of all Medical Records staff, including hiring, disciplinary actions, and performance evaluations.
• Provides support for facility staff or outside auditors or reviewers, participates in revisions of the electronic medical record, and participates in accreditation and quality improvement activities while keeping supervisors informed of relevant activities and potential issues.

Qualifications

Education

Experience

Licenses / Certifications