Habitat Health · 4 hours ago
Medical Records Associate
United States
Full-time
Remote
New Grad, Entry LevelHabitat Health is dedicated to redefining aging in place, providing coordinated care for older adults. The Medical Records Associate is responsible for managing participant medical records and ensuring compliance with health information regulations.
Health CareMedicalNutritionPersonal Health
Responsibilities
Organize, maintain, and update participant medical records in the EHR system, including creating and indexing documentation from electronic sources
Process, manage, retrieve, and follow up on medical records requests with external providers in accordance with HIPPA and organizational policies, ensuring timely receipt
Coordinate release of information via electronic transmission, fax, mail, or secure delivery methods
Serve as the primary point of contact for internal and external record-related inquiries, managing incoming and outgoing department communications and follow-ups
Work closely with care teams and operations to support participant care needs
Support care transitions by ensuring records are available for enrollment, discharges, and specialty visits
Maintain strict confidentiality of protected health information (PHI)
Ensure compliance with HIPPA, CMS, and organization policies
Identify opportunities to improve medical records workflows and assist with process implementation
Support fluctuating workloads and evolving responsibilities as the organization grows
Perform additional duties related to medical records and operations as assigned
Qualification
Required
High school Diploma or GED required
Experience working with medical records, health information, or healthcare administration functions
Strong attention to detail and organization skills
Working knowledge of HIPPA and patient privacy regulations
Comfort working with EHR systems and basic office technology
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, evolving environment
Professional verbal and written communication skills
Preferred
Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Health Information Management, Healthcare Administration, or a related field
Health Information certification or related education
Familiarity with medical terminology
Experience in a PACE organization, medical office, or value-based care environment
Prior experience retrieving records from external providers
Experience in a rapidly growing organization
Benefits
Bonus-eligible position
Company
Habitat Health
Habitat Health provides health and social care to older persons with medical services.
Founded in 2023
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
$50M2024-04-09Series Unknown· $50M
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